Governor Will Take Action If Siddaramaiah Doesn't Step Down: BS Yediyurappa

The BJP has been demanding Siddaramaiah's resignation in connection with charges of his involvement in the irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority.

Former Chief Minister and BJP central parliamentary board member BS Yediyurappa said on Saturday that if Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah refuses to step down, the Governor would be forced to initiate action against him.

The BJP has been demanding the Chief Minister's resignation in connection with allegations of his involvement in the irregularities in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA).

Speaking to reporters at the venue of the inaugural ceremony of the 'Mysuru Chalo' padyatra by the BJP and JD(S), Mr Yediyurappa said, "This is a final opportunity for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. If he takes moral responsibility and resigns he will preserve his respect and the party's honour. If not, Governor Thaawar Chand Ghelot will have to initiate action against him."