SHIVAMOGGA: The 'poll guarantees' initiative introduced by Siddaramaiah-led
Congress
government in Karnataka has come under attack by BJP leaders and even
PM Modi
, but former B S Yediyurappa Saturday refused to criticise the programme, saying positive contributions needed to be acknowledged regardless of party affiliations.
He also dismissed claims, as made by Pejawar seer Vishwaprasanna Tirtha, that the existence of Ram temple depended on Hindus remaining a majority in the country.
The BJP veteran emphasised that the temple enjoyed popular support, asserting that Lord Ram symbolised unity across religious lines.
He said it was unfortunate that Congress leaders had expressed displeasure over the consecration ceremony, speculating that BJP would claim sole credit for Ram Mandir.
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