Yediyurappa’s camp appears nervous over the political fallout of the recent Karnataka High Court’s order that has set into motion a court-monitored probe into corruption allegation against him. Senior BJP MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal’s statement, hinting at a leadership change, has added to this. The recent High Court order has compromised that. Coming amidst continuous effort by a faction within the party to depose him, this has made the Chief Minister nervous,” said a party strategist. He eventually only met the party’s in charge for State affairs Arun Singh,” a senior BJP leader said.

Source: The Hindu December 25, 2020 17:57 UTC