POLITICS

Who is mass leader in Karnataka BJP?

After B S Yediyurappa, BJP in Karnataka is struggling to recapture power but, as per experts, the hot seat is very far. Experts opine that Yediyurappa was the only mass leader in the state and after his retirement the party could not find a charismatic leader to match him. His son and state BJP chief B Y Vijayendra, former CMs Sadananda Gowda, Jagadish Shettar and Basavaraj Bommai are not mass leaders. Experts say that presently R Ashoka, who is also LoP, is the only BJP leader who has mass appeal. But the main question is- will the party promote him?

Is India's diplomacy not effective?

In the third term of Modi Government, the international scenario has changed many colours. West Asia, Middle East and Ukraine- Russia conflict, and the US tariffs are affecting the globe. India is also not spared but some countries are targeting India for some or the other reason. US President Trump is not happy because India is purchasing oil from Russia, and even Switzerland, a peaceful country, has raised fingers towards India. Turkey, and NATO are also criticizing India. Experts say that despite PM Modi and EAM S Jaishankar’s best efforts, results are not up to the mark. They suggest that time has come to give diplomacy to a seasoned politician. Will the PM think of it?