Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has defended the Karnataka government's demolition drive in Bengaluru, stating that legal procedures and court orders were followed. He explained the land was government-owned and illegally occupied, and the area was a contaminated garbage dump unsuitable for habitation. Tharoor noted that residents received prior notices and alternative housing was promised. While acknowledging potential flaws in the relocation process, he argued against politically provoking the issue based solely on the residents' poverty, emphasizing safety and legal compliance.