MLC candidate S P Dinesh voiced his disappointment at being denied a ticket by the Congress party for the upcoming elections. Addressing the media at the Press Club in Mangaluru on Tuesday, May 21, Dinesh expressed his frustration, attributing the decision to personal interests within the party.
Asserting Importance of South West Constituency:
Dinesh highlighted the significance of the South West constituency, comprising 30 Vidhana Sabha constituencies and 84,000 voters. Despite his loyalty to the Congress party, he lamented the decision to award the ticket to someone who had switched parties, emphasizing the influence of personal interests within the party leadership.
Vision for the Constituency:
Sharing his plans for the constituency, Dinesh outlined his vision, which includes establishing a center offering competitive exam training facilities, digital libraries, and online applications. He criticized the focus on pension schemes by the Congress candidate and condemned the current discourse on party politics.
Gratitude and Commitment:
When questioned about the candidate who secured the ticket, Dinesh confirmed their presence in Shivamogga and expressed gratitude to the district candidates who supported him. He reaffirmed his familiarity with the Graduates Constituency, having worked closely in Kuvempu University and Shivamogga.
Denial of Caste Politics:
Responding to inquiries about caste politics within the Congress party, Dinesh denied its influence, noting his belonging to the same caste as the Congress candidate. He recounted discussions with party leaders, expressing shock and sadness over the ticket denial. Despite the setback, Dinesh pledged to remain committed to his voters, emphasizing the transcendent nature of this election beyond party lines.
Presence of Supporters:
Sunil, Manohar, Eshwar, and others were present during Dinesh’s address to the media.
