DK Shivakumar Clarifies 'No Keralites' Remark: Targeted Kerala Govt, Not People

• Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar clarified his "we don't want Keralites" remark, stating it was aimed at the Kerala government's interference, not the people.
• The controversial comment arose during the Kogilu encroachment eviction row, following criticism from Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan.
• Shivakumar emphasized his cordial relationship with Keralites and announced plans to campaign for Congress in Kerala.
• BJP leaders, including Rajeev Chandrasekhar and Shehzad Poonawalla, criticized Shivakumar, accusing Congress of divisive politics.
• Shivakumar defended the Kogilu demolition drive, citing encroachments on government land and involvement of land sharks.

Why It Matters: Shivakumar clarifies controversial 'Keralites' remark, blaming Kerala govt interference, not its people.