Karnataka, Dec. 28 -- BJP MLA and the Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka State Assembly, R. Ashoka, slammed AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal for his remarks regarding the demolition of unauthorised constructions in Kogilu village, Bengaluru, questioning his authority to intervene in state matters.

Angered by Congress MP's post, Ashoka wrote in a post on X, "Who is @kcvenugopalmp to "intervene" in the administration of Karnataka? Is he a Super CM, or does the Congress high command believe elected state governments function on Delhi diktats?"

Ashoka further questioned Venugopal's role, calling it "an insult to federalism" and asserting the Chief Minister and Cabinet's responsibility in state affairs.

"Karnataka is governed by a...