Lingayat Religion Row Rekindles Rift Within Karnataka Congress
The demand for separate religion status for Lingayats has once again stirred turmoil within the Karnataka Congress. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's open support for Basavanna's distinct faith has deepened the divide between Lingayat and Veerashaiva leaders in the party. What began as a call for recognition of religious identity has now evolved into a political flashpoint, testing the Congress's unity ahead of crucial polls.
