Suspense Continues Over Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa's Tenure

Speculation about BS Yediyurappa's tenure being cut short peaked after his sudden visit to Delhi last Friday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top BJP leaders.

Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa told the media today that he will follow "what the party says" after his two-year-in-office anniversary on July 26. There would be a celebration and after that, he would follow what the party decided for him. Pointing out that he has been an exception in holding this public office after the age of 75 years, he also expressed his gratitude to the party. Speculation about Mr Yediyurappa's tenure being cut short peaked after his sudden visit to Delhi last Friday to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other top BJP leaders. Mr Yediyurappa – who is the BJP's first Chief Minister in South India -- has been denying any talk of resignation. On Wednesday evening, the Chief Minister had tweeted: "I am privileged to be a loyal worker of @BJP4India.It is my utmost honour to serve the party with Highest Standards of Ethics & Behaviour. I urge everyone to act in accordance with party ethics & not indulge in protests/indiscipline that is disrespectful & embarrassing for party."