Daijiworld Media Network - Bangalore
Bangalore, Aug 2: Caretaker chief minister of Karnataka Yeddyurappa openly announced in Bangalore on Tuesday August 2 that he would be back as chief minister of the state in six months.
Yeddyurappa on Tuesday organised a tea party for IAS officers who have been part of the state government. He was seen in a good mood, relaxed throughout the party. He mixed with the officers, cracked jokes, and thanked them for their support.
At the same time, he did not forget to assure them that he would be back in six months, once he is cleared of all the charges.
Political pundits say that this could be the reason why Yeddyurappa has been backing Sadanada Gowda for the CM's post. Being close to him, Gowda would agree to step down from the post whenever Yeddyurappa is ready again to take over the mantle.
Political activities have intensified in the state BJP circles with high command representatives Rajnath Singh and Arun Jaitley already landing in Bangalore.
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