Shivamogga: Prime Minister Narendra Modi ’s birthday was marked by contrasting events in Shivamogga Thursday, with BJP launching a month-long welfare drive and Youth Congress and NSUI members observing the day as ‘Unemployment Day’ through a black-clad protest.
BJP launched its month-long ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ with special prayers at the Kote Anjaneya Swamy Temple, led by MP BY Raghavendra. The leaders prayed for PM Modi’s health, longevity and continued strength to lead the nation toward global prominence, and outlined community service initiatives planned over the next month. The launch was attended by Shivamogga district BJP president Jagadeesh NK, City Unit president Mohan Reddy, MLA SN Channabasappa, MLC Dhananjaya Sarji and other senior party functionaries. Meanwhile, Youth Congress and NSUI members gathered in front of the Private Bus Stand wearing black attire to protest against the central govt’s economic and employment policies.
He said that despite pledges made in 2014 to generate two crore jobs annually, youth with degrees continued to struggle to secure employment. You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Mysuru | Silver Rate in Mysuru | Bank Holidays in Mysuru | Public Holidays in Mysuru Stay updated with the latest Mysuru news. Shivamogga District Congress Committee president HC Yogesh criticised the ruling administration over unfulfilled promises. Yogesh questioned the govt’s priorities and called on the leadership to focus on employment generation, farmers’ welfare and women’s safety over divisive politics. Concluding the demonstration, he offered satirical birthday wishes, asking: “Happy Birthday to you… Where is my job? Where is my education? Where is my safety? Download the TOI App.