Yediyurappa resigns as CM after a ‘trial by fire’
3 years, 5 months ago

Yediyurappa resigns as CM after a ‘trial by fire’

Hindustan Times  

Bookanakere Siddalingappa Yediyurappa resigned as the chief minister of Karnataka on Monday, ending months of speculation due to growing dissidence within the Bharatiya Janata Party in the only southern state it has ever been in power. The four-time chief minister, who battled criticism and public attacks from within his party and cabinet over the past three months, said he quit “voluntarily” and thanked the BJP. I can’t thank in words PM Modi, Amit Shah, and JP Nadda to let me be the chief minister even though I was over 75 years,” said Yediyurappa. Yediyurappa became chief minister for a fourth time in 2019 after the previous Congress-Janata Dal coalition government collapsed following the sudden resignation of 17 legislators.After surviving with a thin majority for four months, Yediyurappa led the BJP to success in assembly bypolls in 2019,with the party winning 12 of 15 seats.Ten of the former Congress-JD legislators were made ministers later. An influential religious leader who met Yediyurappa last week said the Karnataka BJP will be washed away in tears due to Yediyurappa’s resignation.

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Change in Karnataka unit chiefs’ post, talks on in big 3 parties
1 week, 1 day ago

Change in Karnataka unit chiefs’ post, talks on in big 3 parties

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Even as there are no big elections, except for BBMP and zilla and taluk panchayat polls likely sometime this year, talks are on to change state presidents in all three major political parties — Congress, BJP and JDS. In the ruling party Congress, lobbying is intense as the high command is deliberating on replacing Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar …

Will ensure Siddaramaiah retires before me: Yediyurappa
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Will ensure Siddaramaiah retires before me: Yediyurappa

The Hindu  

“I may be 82, but I still have the strength to tour across the State and fight to ensure your exit as the Chief Minister,” said veteran BJP leader B.S. Mr. Siddaramaiah had recently demanded Mr. Yediyurappa to retire from politics citing the pending POCSO case against him on the charge of molesting a 17-year-old. In response, Mr. Yediyurappa, at …

BJP Rebel Eshwarappa firm on taking on Yediyurappa’s son in Shivamogga battle
9 months ago

BJP Rebel Eshwarappa firm on taking on Yediyurappa’s son in Shivamogga battle

Live Mint  

Former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and BJP leader KS Eshwarappa returned empty-handed after he failed to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah on April 3. After this, Eshwarappa reiterated that he is going to contest against former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa's son and incumbent MP B Y Raghavendra in Shivamogga as he had announced earlier. Attacking BS Yediyurappa and family …

Vijayendra will resign as Karnataka BJP chief after LS results: Eshwarappa
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Vijayendra will resign as Karnataka BJP chief after LS results: Eshwarappa

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru Former deputy chief minister K S Eshwarappa stirred controversy on Wednesday by saying that B Y Vijayendra, state BJP president, will step down from his position following the announcement of Lok Sabha election results on June 4. The former state BJP chief also disclosed his intention to contest against Yediyurappa’s son, B Y Raghavendra, in the Shivamogga constituency. Eshwarappa, …

Yediyurappa’s son madechief of Karnataka BJP before 2024 polls
1 year, 1 month ago

Yediyurappa’s son madechief of Karnataka BJP before 2024 polls

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday appointed first-time lawmaker BY Vijayendra, the son of former chief minister BS Yediyurappa, as the president of its Karnataka unit, marking a generational shift in the critical southern province and underlining the continued influence of the Lingayat strongman even after his retirement. Former Karnataka CM and BJP leader BS Yediyurappa congratulates son BY Vijayendra …

Karnataka: BS Yediyurappa’s son Vijayendra Yediyurappa is new state president
1 year, 1 month ago

Karnataka: BS Yediyurappa’s son Vijayendra Yediyurappa is new state president

Live Mint  

Almost six months after losing the assembly elections in Karnataka, the Bhartiya Janata Party appointed Vijayendra Yediyurappa as the president of the state unit on Friday, as per a report by Hindustan Times. “BJP National President Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda has appointed Shri Vijayendra Yediyurappa, MLA as State President of Karnataka, BJP. The appointment of Vijayendra Yediyurappa as the chief …

I tried to get Jagadish Shettar ticket, but BJP leadership had other plans, says Yediyurappa
1 year, 8 months ago

I tried to get Jagadish Shettar ticket, but BJP leadership had other plans, says Yediyurappa

The Hindu  

Yediyurappa stepped down as Chief Minister of Karnataka to make way for Basavaraj Bommai on July 26, 2021, with tears in his eyes. However, since then, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Amit Shah have spared no opportunity to publicly acknowledge Mr. Yediyurappa’s stature in Karnataka’s politics and have made him member of the Central Parliamentary Board and central …

Yediyurappa not removed, just gave way to generational change, says BJP chief Nadda
1 year, 8 months ago

Yediyurappa not removed, just gave way to generational change, says BJP chief Nadda

The Hindu  

Contrary to appearances, former Karnataka Chief Minister B.S. Speaking to The Hindu, he reiterated that the former Chief Minister continued to play an important role in the party’s campaign in the State. He is the chief minister and as you can see all our campaign material features him.” The BJP will come to power on its own in Karnataka, under …

‘Not important for me to become Karnataka CM,’ BS Yediyurappa's son
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Not important for me to become Karnataka CM,’ BS Yediyurappa's son

Hindustan Times  

Ahead of crucial elections, BS Vijayendra, the son of ex-CM BS Yediyurappa said that it is not important for him to become the chief minister of Karnataka. ‘Not important for me to become Karnataka CM,’ BS Yediyurappa's son Speaking to ANI, “At this point of time, becoming the chief minister of Karnataka is not very important to me. BJP will …

Yediyurappa leads attack on Shettar and Savadi, calls their move “betrayal” and “unpardonable”
1 year, 8 months ago

Yediyurappa leads attack on Shettar and Savadi, calls their move “betrayal” and “unpardonable”

The Hindu  

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party fielded Lingayat strongman and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa to attack former Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar and former Deputy Chief Minister Laxman Savadi, both Lingayats from Kittur Karnataka, who have resigned as legislators upset over BJP denying them ticket. It has only asked him to make way for young blood, like I did,” he said, …

‘K'taka people won’t forgive': BSY on Shettar and Savdi's decision to leave BJP
1 year, 8 months ago

‘K'taka people won’t forgive': BSY on Shettar and Savdi's decision to leave BJP

Hindustan Times  

Former Karnataka CM and BJP’s tall leader BS Yediyurappa slammed Jagadish Shettar and Laxman Savadi who quit the party, ahead of Karnataka assembly polls. ‘K'taka people won’t forgive:' BSY on Shettar and Savdi's decision to leave BJP Speaking with the reporters on Sunday, BS Yediyurappa said, “The whole party is unhappy regarding the decision of two senior most leaders in …

'Unfair to say I've been given ticket as I'm Yediyurappa's son': B Y Vijayendra
1 year, 8 months ago

'Unfair to say I've been given ticket as I'm Yediyurappa's son': B Y Vijayendra

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka BJP leader and former chief minister BS Yediyurappa's son B Y Vijayendra on Friday said that the party has given him ticket and that he feels blessed to contest the assembly polls from Shikaripura. On Wednesday, senior BJP leader BS Yediyurappa said that the party was trying to pacify those not happy with the choice of candidates amid rumours …

Karnataka: CM says Yediyurappa\'s retirement can\'t be accepted
1 year, 9 months ago

Karnataka: CM says Yediyurappa\'s retirement can\'t be accepted

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday said that he can’t accept the political retirement decision of Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Addressing that gathering at Udutadi village in Shikaripura taluk of Shivamogga after unveiling a statue of social reformer Akka Mahadevi, Chief Minister hoped that the services of Yediyurappa would be available unhindered and stated …

Karnataka polls: Bommai to chair BJP campaign committee
1 year, 10 months ago

Karnataka polls: Bommai to chair BJP campaign committee

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Karnataka CM Basvaraj Bommai is poised to chair the Bharatiya Janata Party campaign committee for the upcoming state Assembly polls, a list released by the party's central unit said on Friday. Apart from Bommai, the campaign committee will have the veteran leader and former Chief Minister of State BS Yediyurappa Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, A Narayanaswamy, party's state …

Yediyurappa\'s statement on BJP renominations sparks discussion within party
1 year, 10 months ago

Yediyurappa\'s statement on BJP renominations sparks discussion within party

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Veteran BJP leader and former chief minister B S Yediyurappa's statement that the BJP would renominate all sitting legislators, except a few, in the upcoming elections has kicked off new discussion in the ruling party During a press conference in Kalaburagi, Yediyurappa stated that all sitting MLAs, except for a few, are likely to get a ticket in the …

There is no question of protecting the corrupt, says Yediyurappa
1 year, 10 months ago

There is no question of protecting the corrupt, says Yediyurappa

The Hindu  

Responding to media queries on BJP MLA Madal Virupakshappa, whose son has been caught by the Lokayukta while accepting a bribe, the former Chief Minister and BJP leader B.S. There is no question of protecting the corrupt,” Mr. Yediyurappa told media representatives in Jewargi on Monday. When asked, Mr. Yediyurappa said that Sumalatha Ambarish, Lok Sabha Member from Mandya, has …

Resigned from CM post due to age: Yediyurappa in his farewell speech
1 year, 10 months ago

Resigned from CM post due to age: Yediyurappa in his farewell speech

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Senior BJP leader and former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Wednesday gave his farewell speech in the state Assembly and said no one had removed him from the CM post as he resigned due to his age. The BJP has appointed Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya as its co-incharge for the upcoming Karnataka assembly elections, likely to be …

Yediyurappa turns emotional during his last speech in Karnataka Assembly
1 year, 10 months ago

Yediyurappa turns emotional during his last speech in Karnataka Assembly

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: “I will not be entering the Assembly again and there is no question of myself coming to the Assembly again,” said an emotional Bharatiya Janata Party veteran leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa is the BJP MLA representing Shikaripura Assembly seat in Shivamogga and he was the first BJP Chief Minister of the South when he became Chief …

BJP rule in Karnataka marked by caste, corruption and communalism
2 years, 3 months ago

BJP rule in Karnataka marked by caste, corruption and communalism

The Hindu  

Published : Oct 06, 2022 09:50 IST Although Karnataka is considered the Bharatiya Janata Party’s “gateway to the south”, the party has never been able to come to power in the State with a clear mandate. Bommai’s tenure When Basavaraj Bommai emerged as the dark horse Chief Minister in July 2021, political journalists expected that aggressive communalism, as seen in …

Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister
2 years, 8 months ago

Eshwarappa quits as Karnataka Minister

The Hindu  

After three days of political uncertainty and drama, veteran BJP leader K.S. The Chief Minister will now send Mr. Eshwarappa’s resignation letter to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot for acceptance. Earlier in the day, before leaving his constituency, Shivamogga, Mr. Eshwarappa told BJP party workers and supporters that he would emerge unscathed in the probe on corruption charges and become a Minister …

Vijay Rupani Becomes Fourth BJP Leader to Resign from CM Post in Recent Months. Check Other Three
3 years, 3 months ago

Vijay Rupani Becomes Fourth BJP Leader to Resign from CM Post in Recent Months. Check Other Three

News 18  

Vijay Rupani on Saturday resigned from the post of Gujarat Chief Minister, over a year before the state goes to polls. Rupani has become the fourth BJP leader to resign from the top post as in recent months, three Chief Ministers from two BJP-led states also quit from the post which caused a major political crisis in the party. Here …

Karnataka HC issues notices to BS Yediyurappa, son, relatives & former minister in corruption case
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka HC issues notices to BS Yediyurappa, son, relatives & former minister in corruption case

India Today  

The Karnataka High Court on Tuesday issued notices to former Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa, his son and BJP state vice president BY Vijayendra, their family members, former minister ST Somashekar and an IAS officer in a case alleging corruption in a housing project. The single bench of Justice S Sunil Dutt Yadav issued notices to them on a petition filed …

Why B.S. Yediyurappa had to make way for Basavaraj Bommai as Karnataka chief minister
3 years, 5 months ago

Why B.S. Yediyurappa had to make way for Basavaraj Bommai as Karnataka chief minister

India Today  

On July 16, B.S. On July 27, when the BJP’s Karnataka legislators elected loyalist Basavaraj Bommai, 61, as his successor, it reflected Yediyurappa’s indispensability to the party. Santhosh managed to get his loyalists appointed to the state unit, Yediyurappa’s cabinet, the party’s national team, along with the Union cabinet. It was Yediyurappa’s grip on the Lingayat community that made the …

Basavaraj Bommai becomes new Karnataka CM: Who is he?
3 years, 5 months ago

Basavaraj Bommai becomes new Karnataka CM: Who is he?

India TV News  

Basavaraj Bommai was on Tuesday chosen as the new chief minister of Karnataka, replacing B. S. Yediyurappa who resigned on Monday. The decision was taken at a meeting of the BJP legislature party, which was attended by Union ministers Dharmendra Pradhan, G Kishan Reddy and senior BJP leaders Arun Singh and Nalin Kateel who were sent as central observers to …

Who Will Replace Yediyurappa As New Karnataka CM? Decision Likely At BJP Legislature Party Meet Today
3 years, 5 months ago

Who Will Replace Yediyurappa As New Karnataka CM? Decision Likely At BJP Legislature Party Meet Today

ABP News  

Karnataka BJP MLAs' Meeting: After senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader BS Yediyurappa resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister, the BJP central leadership asked the state unit of the party to convene a legislature party meeting on Tuesday evening to begin the process of selection of the new Chief Minister. Bommai said that after the party legislature meeting, there will be a …

Ups and downs part of politics: Yediyurappa shocked at supporter's 'suicide'
3 years, 5 months ago

Ups and downs part of politics: Yediyurappa shocked at supporter's 'suicide'

Hindustan Times  

Outgoing Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa on Tuesday expressed his shock and pain over the death of a youth who allegedly ended his life pained by his resignation. Yediyurappa, who is also popular as BSY, said taking one’s life over such issues in unacceptable as nobody can bear the family’s loss. According to reports, Rajappa, aged about 30, from Bommalapura …

Yediyurappa supporter dies by suicide, outgoing chief minister appeals to followers to 'not go to extremity'
3 years, 5 months ago

Yediyurappa supporter dies by suicide, outgoing chief minister appeals to followers to 'not go to extremity'

Firstpost  

Bengaluru: Expressing “grief” over the alleged suicide of a supporter pained by his resignation, Karnataka’s caretaker Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Tuesday said ups and downs are common in politics, and appealed to his followers that their regard towards him should not go to its extremity. According to reports, Rajappa, aged about 30, from Bommalapura in Gundlupet taluk in Chamarajanagara …

Opinion | Why Karnataka CM Yediyurappa resigned?
3 years, 5 months ago

Opinion | Why Karnataka CM Yediyurappa resigned?

India TV News  

A major change took place in Karnataka politics on Monday, silently. Karnataka chief minister B. S. Yediyurappa on Monday announced his resignation ending weeks of speculation about his government. Till Monday morning, Yediyurappa was saying that he had not received any direction from the party high command to quit, and once the direction is received, he would not take even …

Yediyurappa’s Achilles Heel: His Son BY Vijayendra
3 years, 5 months ago

Yediyurappa’s Achilles Heel: His Son BY Vijayendra

The Quint  

Vijayendra, Yediyurappa’s second son, is the Vice President of Karnataka BJP. As Yediyurappa aged and his control over BJP in the state started waning, he increasingly banked on his second son whom he saw as his political successor. With the exception of a few trusted allies, as Yediyurappa cut himself off from the rest of his party, allegations of Vijayendra …

BJP opts for brand overhaul in Karnataka as party face BS Yediyurappa steps down as chief minister
3 years, 5 months ago

BJP opts for brand overhaul in Karnataka as party face BS Yediyurappa steps down as chief minister

Firstpost  

The 78-year-old Yediyurappa belongs to the older generation of politicians who started their service to the public as a teenager and did not hail from either a political or an affluent family The resignation of Karnataka chief minister Bookanakere Siddalingappa Yediyurappa, usually referred to as BSY, from his position on 26 July marks the end of an era. It would …

A span of challenges, unfulfilled dreams
3 years, 5 months ago

A span of challenges, unfulfilled dreams

Hindustan Times  

BS Yediyurappa’s resignation as the chief minister of Karnataka brought down curtains yet another time for him at the helm. Over the decades of political circus in the state, consisting of a series of splits between the Congress, Janata Party, a coalition of parties, and untimely deaths of Lingayat-supported leaders resulted in the community vote share shifting to the BJP, …

Karnataka CM Resigns Latest News Updates: Yediyurappa's constituency Shikaripura shuts down as mark of protest
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka CM Resigns Latest News Updates: Yediyurappa's constituency Shikaripura shuts down as mark of protest

Firstpost  

3:39 PM Whatsapp Facebook Twitter Karnataka CM Resigns Latest News LATEST Updates Delhi’s autocracy decides CMs: Congress on resignation of Yediyurappa The Congress on Monday took a swipe at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over BS Yediyurappa’s resignation as Karnataka chief minister, and said he is yet another “victim” of the PM who has a record of allegedly forcing retirements of …

Why BS Yediyurappa matters for the BJP in Karnataka?
3 years, 5 months ago

Why BS Yediyurappa matters for the BJP in Karnataka?

Hindustan Times  

Exactly two years after he assumed the chief minister’s post in Karnataka, BS Yediyurappa has tendered his resignation. Lingayats voted overwhelmingly for the BJP in 2019 The BJP achieved its best ever performance in Karnataka in the 2019 elections winning 25 out of the 28 Lok Sabha seats. The Congress-JD government fell immediately after the 2019 Lok Sabha elections and …

BS Yediyurappa: Know About 4-Time Karnataka CM Who Was Never Able To Complete His 5-Year Tenure
3 years, 5 months ago

BS Yediyurappa: Know About 4-Time Karnataka CM Who Was Never Able To Complete His 5-Year Tenure

ABP News  

New Delhi: Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa has resigned from the post today. Five decades of politics, was never able to complete CM's tenure BS Yeddyurappa, the biggest leader of BJP in Karnataka, has been active in politics for nearly five decades. While Yediyurappa has the record of being the CM of Karnataka four times, he also holds the record …

‘Not resigning in grief, will help next CM’: Yediyurappa steps down from Karnataka top job
3 years, 5 months ago

‘Not resigning in grief, will help next CM’: Yediyurappa steps down from Karnataka top job

Firstpost  

Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa announced on Monday that he would step down from the post, putting to rest months of speculations amid reports of unease in the state government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and JP Nadda have given me a two-year term as CM, and I can’t thank them enough,” he said at an event marking the …

Not going anywhere, will work for Karnataka: BS Yediyurappa on next stint
3 years, 5 months ago

Not going anywhere, will work for Karnataka: BS Yediyurappa on next stint

Hindustan Times  

Outgoing Karnataka chief minister and veteran Bharatiya Janata Party leader BS Yediyurappa said on Monday there was no question of him leaving the state to serve as a governor elsewhere. Hours after announcing his resignation as the chief minister ending days of speculation, the 78-year-old leader from the Lingayat community said he would continue to work for the welfare of …

Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa submits resignation to Governor
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa submits resignation to Governor

The Hindu  

Putting to rest speculation that lasted a fortnight, Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa submitted his resignation to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot in Bengaluru on July 26, ending his fourth stint at the helm exactly two years after he took charge. Amid speculation over his replacement in the last 15 days, Mr. Yediyurappa's camp had tried to grab the Lingayat political optics as …

Karnataka Governor Accepts CM Yediyurappa’s Resignation
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka Governor Accepts CM Yediyurappa’s Resignation

ABP News  

Bengaluru: Karnataka CM BS Yeddiyurappa finally put an end to the speculations of change of guard in the state as he submitted his resignation today. With the support of the people of the state, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, National President JP Nadda, Home Minister Amit Shah With the cooperation of everyone, I am satisfied that all the legislators have …

BS Yediyurappa announces his resignation as Karnataka chief minister
3 years, 5 months ago

BS Yediyurappa announces his resignation as Karnataka chief minister

Hindustan Times  

Putting an end to speculation, Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa on Monday announced his resignation during a function celebrating the second-year anniversary of his government in Bengaluru. I can’t thank in words Prime Minister Modi, Amit Shah, and Nadda to let me be chief minister even though I was over 75 years,” he said. During his visit, he had met …

Yediyurappa: BJP's Seasoned Oarsman Relents, but Too Early for Political Obituary
3 years, 5 months ago

Yediyurappa: BJP's Seasoned Oarsman Relents, but Too Early for Political Obituary

News 18  

There seems to be no “closure” for B S Yediyurappa, the BJP’s “comeback man” in Karnataka, as he could never complete a full term in office, despite becoming the Chief Minister four times, surmounting odds. For the architect of the BJP’s first ever government to the south of Vindhyas, age is being seen as a primary factor for his exit …

For Yediyurappa, it has been two years of lurching from crisis to crisis
3 years, 5 months ago

For Yediyurappa, it has been two years of lurching from crisis to crisis

The Hindu  

A sense of déjà vu marked the eve of the second anniversary of B.S. Defectors and balancing game “Even during efforts to topple the Janata Dal -Congress coalition, the gap between the party high command and Mr. Yediyurappa was evident. Amid constant speculation over “how long” he would survive as Chief Minister, Mr. Yediyurappa lurched from crisis to crisis — …

BSY govt completes 2 years today, decision on his future as CM likely
3 years, 5 months ago

BSY govt completes 2 years today, decision on his future as CM likely

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa said on Sunday a decision on whether he will remain in office was likely to be known by Monday, the day his government completes two years in office. When asked when the decision could be made known to him, he said: “I hope that the decision will be given by today or tomorrow morning.” …

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa says decision on leadership by Monday amid buzz over replacement
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa says decision on leadership by Monday amid buzz over replacement

Firstpost  

The 78-year-old Lingayat strongman said this evening that he was yet to receive the ‘message’ from the party’s Central leadership on whether he should continue in his post or quit Amid heightened speculation over his political future, Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa Sunday said that a decision on whether he will continue in office will be known by Monday, but …

Suspense continues over Karnataka leadership row
3 years, 5 months ago

Suspense continues over Karnataka leadership row

The Hindu  

Suspense continued in Karnataka over a possible leadership change in the government, on the eve of the B.S. As the State was keenly watching moves by the BJP high command, party national president J.P. Nadda breaking his silence on the leadership issue, praised Mr. Yediyurappa, saying he had done “good work” and Karnataka was doing well. Mr Nadda’s remarks are …

B.Y. Vijayendra — Yediyurappa’s trusted son and nemesis
3 years, 5 months ago

B.Y. Vijayendra — Yediyurappa’s trusted son and nemesis

The Hindu  

Forty-five-year-old law graduate B.Y. Even as speculation is rife about Mr. Yediyurappa being replaced, Mr. Vijayendra is learnt to be lobbying with the party high command to anoint him Deputy Chief Minister under a non-Lingayat Chief Minister after his father’s exit. Though Mr. Vijayendra started his career as secretary of the BJP Yuva Morcha’s Bengaluru unit in 2009 during Mr. …

Speculation mounts as BS Yediyurappa hints at possible exit post from Karnataka CM's post; who said what
3 years, 5 months ago

Speculation mounts as BS Yediyurappa hints at possible exit post from Karnataka CM's post; who said what

Firstpost  

The 78-year-old Lingayat strongman said he had offered to resign two months ago with an intention to make way for others and asserted that he won’t name a possible successor even if asked to Amid heightened speculation over his political future, Karnataka chief minister BS Yediyurappa on Thursday, hinting at a possible exit, said he will remain in the post …

BS Yediyurappa breaks silence amid exit talks, says 'will do whatever high command wants'
3 years, 5 months ago

BS Yediyurappa breaks silence amid exit talks, says 'will do whatever high command wants'

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa broke his silence on Thursday for the first time amid talks about him stepping down from the top post. High command's decision is my decision," Yediyurappa told reporters in Bengaluru "Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah and our national President J P Nadda have a special love and faith towards me. Meanwhile, outspoken senior …

Yediyurappa plays the Lingayat card, Yexit not a done deal yet
3 years, 5 months ago

Yediyurappa plays the Lingayat card, Yexit not a done deal yet

India Today  

TV news channels are fond of making puns on the ‘nataka’ in Karnataka and call the southern state the land of unending political dramas. The Congress learnt it the hard way in 1990 when the then party president Rajiv Gandhi sacked chief minister Veerendra Patil after communal clashes in Karnataka. Yediyurappa is the only BJP chief minister who is above …

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa hints at resignation after July 26 amid exit rumours
3 years, 5 months ago

Karnataka CM BS Yediyurappa hints at resignation after July 26 amid exit rumours

India Today  

BS Yediyurappa on Thursday hinted that he might not continue as the Chief Minister of Karnataka. Reiterating his earlier statement, Yediyurappa said that he would accept any decision taken by the BJP high command after July 26, when his government completes two years. The development has come after he received flak from the party leadership over attempts to mobilise his …

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