Karnataka BJP Launches ‘Jana Akrosh Yatra’ to Protest Price Hike and Muslim Reservation

India is witnessing a political storm as the Karnataka BJP, led by state chief and MLA BY Vijayendra, gears up for a series of protests against the Congress-led state government. The ‘Jana Akrosh Yatra,’ set to begin on April 7, 2025, from Mysuru, will be inaugurated by Central Minister Pralhad Joshi.

This campaign follows an overnight protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru on April 2, aimed at addressing the rising prices and the controversial 4% reservation for Muslims in government contracts.

‘Jana Akrosh Yatra’: A Statewide Protest Against Price Hike

The BJP has accused the Karnataka government of burdening the public with price hikes on essential commodities, including milk and electricity. Vijayendra described the Congress government’s policies as “anti-people” and vowed to mobilize public support through the yatra.

#WATCH | Tumakuru | Karnataka BJP chief and MLA BY Vijayendra says," On 2nd April, all our MLAs and MLCs will be protesting against price hike at Freedom Park in Bengaluru. From 7th April onwards, all our MLAs, MPs, and Central ministers will conduct the 'Jana Akrosh Yatra' from… pic.twitter.com/EdPuXIaOQG

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Controversy Over 4% Muslim Reservation in Government Contracts

The BJP has strongly opposed the state government’s decision to provide 4% reservation to Muslims in public contracts, calling it unconstitutional and discriminatory. Vijayendra stated, “This government is very arrogant, and it believes that it can do anything as it has a majority.”

Political Leaders Unite for ‘Jana Akrosh Yatra’

The yatra will see participation from BJP MLAs, MPs, and Central ministers, highlighting the party’s unified stance against the Congress government. Vijayendra emphasized the importance of creating awareness among the public about the government’s policies.

Freedom Park Protest: A Prelude to the Yatra

On April 2, BJP legislators staged an overnight protest at Freedom Park in Bengaluru, addressing issues such as price hikes and minority appeasement. This protest set the stage for the upcoming statewide campaign.

Impact of ‘Jana Akrosh Yatra’ on Karnataka Politics

The yatra is expected to intensify the political rivalry between the BJP and Congress, with both parties vying for public support ahead of the next elections. The BJP aims to expose the Congress government’s policies and rally support for its own agenda.

The ‘Jana Akrosh Yatra’ marks a influential  chapter in Karnataka’s political landscape, as the BJP takes a stand against the Congress government’s policies. With widespread participation and public engagement, the yatra is poised to shape the state’s political discourse in the coming months.