Mysuru: Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy asserted here on Tuesday that the BJP would not succeed in its ploy to destabilise his government. “But I don’t even think about this as my focus is only on development of the state,” he added. Mr Kumaraswamy, who was speaking to reporters after inaugurating an exhibition of photographs organised by the city’s photo journalists on the occasion of World Photographers’ Day, however, brushed aside a question on whether the recent statements of Congress leader, Jarkiholi would affect the coalition government.
“Rumours of destabilisation of the coalition government in the state are only circulated in the media. It is like the wolf’s story. Who knows the reverse may happen and a few BJP MLAs may join us in the near future,” he said enigmatically. Asked if he would follow the Andhra Pradesh model on reducing fuel prices, he revealed he was discussing the matter with the finance department. “We are studying the pros and cons. Prime Minister Narendra Modi too has promised to reduce the fuel prices soon,” he added.
The Chief Minister disclosed that the state had sought over Rs 2,000 crore in financial assistance from the Centre for restoration of a flood and landslide ravaged Kodagu and other districts of the Malnad and coast. Later, at a review meeting of officers of Mysuru district, he said that he had directed the Mysuru Urban Development Authority and Mysuru City Corporation, to come up with an action plan for the development of the city while keeping its heritage features and buildings intact.
He explained that he wanted to see more industries come up in the district for providing more employment opportunities, and to provide housing to those who did not own houses at present . Mr Kumaraswamy also announced that he planned to hold a meeting of senior officers and come up with a new sand policy for the state. The Chief Minister said that two people had died in floods in Mysuru district following an increase in the outflow of water from the reservoirs in the Cauvery basin.
