Mysuru: Former DCM and BJP MP Govind Karjol on Wednesday accused the Congress govt of failing to fulfil its promise of internal reservation for the Madiga community, as outlined in its election manifesto.Speaking to reporters, Karjol announced that a massive protest will be staged across all district headquarters and taluk headquarters on Aug 1 to press for the implementation of internal reservation. “The Andhra Pradesh govt implemented internal reservation back in 2005. Courts have since ruled that states must ensure internal reservation in line with evolving social needs. Even the Supreme Court has issued clear directions on this. Yet, the Karnataka govt continues to remain indifferent. This negligence has left the Madiga community with no choice but to agitate,” he said.Former Union minister A Narayanaswamy said, “Siddaramaiah projects himself as a champion of the backward and oppressed. During the elections, he promised internal reservation for Madigas. But now, neither he nor his ministers are willing to even speak on the matter.”
