Loyal To BJP, Says Karnataka Minister Who Spoke Against BS Yediyurappa
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KS Eshwarappa said there was nothing personal with BS Yediyurappa and added that he had to flag the issue to prevent setting up a precedent.
Facing allegations of revolting against Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa and the BJP, state minister KS Eshwarappa on Friday said that he was never a rebel but loyal to the party. A former state BJP president, Mr Eshwarappa had come under attack for complaining to Governor Vajubhai Vala about Mr Yediyurappa's alleged interference in the affairs of his department. "I am not rebel but loyal. I have always been loyal from the beginning and will never rebel against my party," Mr Eshwarappa told reporters at a news conference in Mysuru, insisting that his outrage was only to "seek justice". Clarifying his position, Mr Eshwarappa said Rs 1,299 crore under his department was sanctioned, including Rs 65 crore to the Bengaluru Urban District Panchayat, without his knowledge.
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