Former Minister and BJP leader K.S. Eshwarappa, contesting as an Independent candidate in Shivamogga, has criticized Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for his comments on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangha (RSS).
In a press conference in Shivamogga on Monday, Mr. Eshwarappa said the Chief Minister often stated that the RSS wanted to change the Indian constitution and the BJP would do the same if returned to power. “There is no truth in his statement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has clarified that even if Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, wished, the constitution would not be changed. If the Congress leaders continue to comment on the RSS, people will defeat them,” he said.
Asked if the RSS was supporting his candidature as an Independent candidate, Mr. Eshwarappa said the RSS would not support anybody. “The organisation involves people from all parties and the Independents as well,” he maintained.
