Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar Defends Religious Beliefs Amid Criticism

Shivakumar addresses backlash from Congress leaders over his participation in Isha Foundation's Mahashivratri event, reaffirming his commitment to the party and his personal faith.

DK Shivakumar, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, attended Mahashivratri celebrations at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore, sparking criticism from some Congress leaders.
Shivakumar emphasized his Hindu faith and clarified that his participation was based on personal belief and an invitation from Sadhguru, dismissing allegations of political alignment with the BJP.
AICC Secretary PV Mohan criticized Shivakumar's actions, suggesting they could harm the secular image and core values of the Congress party.
Shivakumar reaffirmed his loyalty to the Congress, calling himself a 'born Congressman' and rejecting claims of shifting political allegiances as 'false propaganda.'
He highlighted the Congress party's inclusive ideology and his respect for all religions, citing examples of Sonia Gandhi's cultural participation and his own engagement with diverse faiths.