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At Pillahalli Temple Consecration, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Affirms Belief in Omnipresent God, Stresses Pro-Poor Agenda

He linked his lifelong visits to the Pillahalli shrine to a message that leadership flows from public blessings.

Overview

  • Karnataka’s chief minister attended the consecration of the Sri Adishaktatmaka Dandimaramma Temple in Pillahalli, Mysuru taluk, on Saturday.
  • He said he believes God exists everywhere and that God is one known by many names, noting that religions preach love and that he does not oppose temple worship.
  • He credited eight election victories to voters’ blessings, recalling his first contest in 1978 and enduring support from Chamundeshwari and Varuna.
  • He reiterated a mission to empower the poor and curb inequality through schemes meant to reach the last person, citing the Shakti program for women.
  • He said he hopes to present two more state Budgets during this term if the party high command permits.