Karwar, Oct. 13 -- In a humorous and sarcastic outburst, former Karnataka Minister RV Deshpande today mocked several guarantee schemes introduced by his party Congress, including those championed by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in a possible move to strengthen his position ahead of an expected cabinet reshuffle.
While many laughed off his comments at a public event in Dandeli, Uttara Kannada district, political observers are questioning whether they reflect deeper dissatisfaction within the party ranks.
Deshpande, representing Haliyal constituency, quipped that government schemes such as the Rs 2,000 support for women and the free bus travel scheme had led to buses being occupied mostly by women.
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