Karnataka Price Hike Row: BJP Protests Against Congress Government, Party Hits Back

Rising prices across multiple sectors in Karnataka have triggered a political confrontation between the BJP and the Congress. The BJP staged a protest at Bengaluru's Freedom Park, accusing the D K Shivakumar-led government of placing an additional burden on ordinary citizens. The demonstration was led by BJP state president B Y Vijayendra, Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka and Legislative Council Opposition Leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy. The Congress hit back, arguing that the BJP should direct its protests against the Centre over price rise. With both parties trading charges, Karnataka's rising cost of living has become a political flashpoint, with the BJP targeting the government's decisions and the Congress defending its guarantee schemes.