During the 10th Backward Classes Federation celebration in Tumkur, Karnataka Cooperative Minister K.N. Rajanna stated that Tipu Sultan initiated the construction of the Kannambadi Katte (KRS) dam, challenging the belief that the Mysuru royal family solely built it. Rajanna defended Tipu Sultan's actions, emphasizing his efforts to protect Hindu institutions. He criticized MP Anantkumar Hegde's divisive language and opposed labelling Siddaramaiah and Congress as anti-Hindu, calling for a nuanced understanding of Hinduism.