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Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge has deferred public comments until he returns to Bengaluru to seek answers from the Centre over his denied US trip. He criticized BJP's demands for resignations, countering with examples of central leaders' failures. Kharge admitted the recent stampede tragedy could have been avoided with better planning. The state has suspended responsible officers and ordered a magisterial enquiry into the incident.

Key Points: Priyank Kharge Seeks Explanation for US Trip Denial by Centre

  • Kharge to seek explanation for denied US trip
  • Slams BJP over resignation demands
  • Admits better planning could have prevented stampede
  • Defends state govt action on suspended officers
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Holding back, will seek clear explanation from govt: Priyank Kharge on denial for US trip

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge vows to seek clarification from the central government after being denied permission for his US visit.

"I'm holding back on making any public statements for now. Once I'm back in Bengaluru, I will seek a clear explanation from the Government of India regarding this denial. – Priyank Kharge"

Bengaluru, June 18

Karnataka Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday said that he would seek an explanation from the central government over the denial of his scheduled trip to the United States (US).

He said he was holding back from making public statements and would enquire about the denial of his trip once he returned to Bengaluru.

"I'm holding back on making any public statements for now. Once I'm back in Bengaluru, I will seek a clear explanation from the Government of India regarding this denial," Kharge posted on X while responding to a section of media reporting on the issue.

Kharge was scheduled to attend multiple events in the US.

Earlier on June 6, Kharge addressed the recent stampede incident in Bengaluru, stating that the officers responsible have been suspended and a magisterial enquiry has been ordered to investigate the matter.

While speaking to reporters, Kharge said, "The officers who are responsible have been suspended. We have made no scapegoats... A magisterial enquiry has been ordered and our next action will be according to the findings of the enquiry..."

Responding to criticism from the BJP, Kharge hit back saying, "BJP wants the CM, DCM, and the Home Minister to resign, so going by that same logic, Yogi Adityanath must resign, Amit Shah must resign for the Pahalgam attack, S Jaishankar must resign for the failure of foreign policy, and PM Narendra Modi must also resign for misleading the whole country..."

He acknowledged that the state government could have planned better, "Yes, we could have planned better and done things in a better way, and we are looking into it..."

This came after Kharge admitted that the stampede near M Chinnaswamy Stadium, which caused the death of 11 people, could have been prevented with better planning and coordination.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Rahul K.
The government must provide transparent reasons for denying foreign trips to elected representatives. If there's a valid security concern, they should say so. But if it's political vendetta, that's unacceptable in a democracy. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the US trip issue is important, I'm more concerned about the stampede tragedy. 11 lives lost! Ministers should focus on improving crowd management systems first. Foreign trips can wait. #Priorities
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Arjun S.
Kharge's response to BJP shows how our politics has become about whataboutery rather than solving real issues. Both sides need to stop this blame game and work for the people. Disappointing!
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Sunita R.
At least he admitted the stampede could have been prevented. That's rare in our politics where everyone tries to cover up mistakes. Hope they implement better safety measures now. 🙏
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Vikram J.
Foreign trips for ministers should have clear objectives and deliverables. If Kharge can show what benefits Karnataka will gain from this US visit, then the denial needs proper justification. Otherwise it's just taxpayers' money wasted.
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Neha P.
The mature thing would be to get the explanation privately rather than making it a media issue. Public spats between state and center governments don't help anyone except opposition parties. Let systems work properly!

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