Bidar (Karnataka), Sept. 19 -- union Minister of State for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje today leveled serious allegations against the Karnataka government, claiming that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is attempting to divide Hindu communities and divert reservation benefits meant for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) through the creation of new sub-castes.
Speaking to reporters here, Karandlaje said, "This is a well-planned conspiracy to snatch away our reservation benefits. If someone wants to convert to Christianity, they are free to do so, but those who convert from SC, ST, or backward communities should identify themselves as Christians and avail the facilities provided to m...