Karnataka Home Minister Calls CM-Rahul Gandhi Meeting Courtesy Call, Criticizes Central Govt on German Chancellor's Visit

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara described the meeting between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Rahul Gandhi as a "normal courtesy call." He stated that details of their discussion were not known, suggesting it was primarily an exchange of pleasantries. Parameshwara also criticized the central government for not informing the state about German Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit, stating that the state government was not invited to any events. He further mentioned a cabinet meeting to discuss the repeal of the MGNREGA Act, noting controversy over removing Mahatma Gandhi's name.