Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
In a dramatic turn of events during a Congress protest rally in Belagavi on Monday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah found himself at the center of a political firestorm after a moment of visible fury towards a senior police officer was caught on camera and widely circulated on social media.
Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
The controversy erupted while Siddaramaiah was addressing the crowd at the rally. A group of protesting women—allegedly BJP supporters—began shouting anti-government slogans and waving black cloths. The disruption visibly rattled the Chief Minister, who abruptly turned his anger toward the police.
Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
In an uncharacteristic outburst, Siddaramaiah shouted “Aye Police!” into the microphone, summoning the district Superintendent of Police (SP) to the stage in a tone many have criticized as disrespectful. Once the officer approached, the CM raised his hand in a threatening gesture, appearing ready to slap the officer but pulled back at the last moment. The crowd and fellow party leaders looked on in stunned silence.
Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
Adding fuel to the fire, Congress MP Randeep Surjewala was caught on a hot mic urging Siddaramaiah to label the protesters as BJP workers, saying, “You should say these are BJP people and we will not be scared like this.” Siddaramaiah dismissed the suggestion bluntly, after which Surjewala walked away.
Opposition parties wasted no time in slamming the Chief Minister. The Janata Dal (Secular) issued a blistering statement on social media, accusing Siddaramaiah of letting power cloud his judgment.
Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
“@siddaramaiah Power has gone to your head. Raising your hand to hit the District SP does not befit your position. Authority is never permanent. Your behavior is akin to a street rowdy,” the JD(S) wrote.
The BJP also joined in the condemnation. Union Minister Shobha Karandlaje called the CM’s action “shameful,” telling IANS, “What message does he want to send by trying to slap a uniformed officer in a public place?”
Karnataka CM tries to slap SP
The incident has sparked a wave of criticism over Siddaramaiah’s leadership style and public conduct, with many calling for an apology and clarification. Whether the Chief Minister will respond remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: the political temperature in Karnataka just got a lot hotter.
