"Dasara Celebrated By All Sections": DK Shivakumar Defends Banu Mushtaq Invite Amid BJP Criticism
A political row has erupted in Karnataka over the government’s decision to invite Booker Prize-winning author and activist Banu Mushtaq to inaugurate the iconic Mysuru Dasara festival. The move has drawn criticism from the BJP, with Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje voicing strong objections. In response, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar defended the invite, stating that "Dasara is celebrated by all sections of society" and emphasizing inclusivity. What began as a cultural event has now turned into a flashpoint between the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP, with both sides trading barbs over tradition, secularism, and political intent.
