Yediyurappa’s statement that he would resign if the BJP high command asked him to, and its subtle messaging on the pandemic, seems to be part of a counter-offensive by the Chief Minister’s camp against his detractors, according to party sources. After the party high command devised an institutional mechanism to resolve the differences, the Chief Minister’s statement on his “resignation” had a different aim, sources said. Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee chief D.K. Shivakumar also said Mr. Yediyurappa’s statement suggested a careful political strategy. “There are plans to report to the high command several developments in the State.

Source: The Hindu June 06, 2021 18:27 UTC