Cracks Widen Within BJP in Karnataka

Published on: October 29, 2024 - The BJP has struggled to stabilize its internal dynamics in Karnataka. After pushing for Yediyurappa’s resignation, the party has been unable to fill the political void his departure left. Not only did the BJP lose power in the state, but internal conflicts have also persisted, with many party veterans resisting Vijayendra’s leadership. Increasingly, senior BJP leaders are openly opposing Vijayendra. Recently, former minister Ramesh Jarkiholi announced that he would refrain from campaigning in the upcoming bypolls if BJP state president B.Y. Vijayendra remains in office. Previously, Jarkiholi remarked that Karnataka BJP has never fully embraced Vijayendra’s leadership. Both M.B. Patil and Yatnal have also launched opposition against Vijayendra, with Yatnal demanding his removal from the party. In response, Vijayendra downplayed the dissent, stating that internal party matters will be addressed separately. On point decodes