Public Courtesy Masks Ongoing Kerala–Karnataka Dispute Over Bengaluru Demolitions

Vijayan defends his critique of the Bengaluru drive as a rights issue that warrants speaking beyond state lines.

Overview

Siddaramaiah and Vijayan shared a stage and exchanged a handshake at the Sivagiri Pilgrimage in Varkala.
Vijayan left before Siddaramaiah’s address, citing a scheduled Cabinet meeting and a packed itinerary that included condolence visits.
Pressed on his comments, Vijayan said he will speak out on demolitions and minority rights regardless of state boundaries.
Siddaramaiah said 164 sheds in Kogilu near Yelahanka were removed after notices were issued because they stood on government land.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged Vijayan not to interfere, while CPI(M) leaders from Kerala met evicted residents in Bengaluru.