Ex-Puttur MLA Shakuntala Shetty embraces Congress

Mangalore Today News Network/DHNS

Puttur, Feb 25, 2013: In a significant political development, former Puttur MLA Shakuntala Shetty joined the Congress on February 25, Monday.

Shakunthala Shetty Shakuntala, popularly known as Shaku Akka in Puttur, had revolted against her parent party, the BJP during the previous assembly elections. She had to face defeat despite contesting under the banner of Swabhimani Vedike founded by her political mentor Ram Bhat.

Speculations were rife regarding her political move later on and once there were even rumours that she may join JD(S). However, ultimately she has chosen the ‘Hand.’

Speaking to reporters after formally being inducted into the Congress, Shakuntala said her association with BJP was by chance and added she would continue to serve the people by being an active Congress worker henceforth.

Meanwhile, her joining the party has boosted the morale of Congressmen in Puttur.

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