B.S. Yediyurappa Celebrates 83rd Birthday, Pledges to Restore BJP's Dominance in Karnataka
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Synopsis
B.S. Yediyurappa, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, marked his 83rd birthday by announcing a statewide tour to reinvigorate the BJP and ensure its return to power in the state. Prominent leaders extended their wishes, highlighting his contributions and the collective effort to remove the current government.
Key Takeaways
- B.S. Yediyurappa celebrates his 83rd birthday.
- Announces a statewide tour to strengthen the BJP.
- Commits to removing the Congress-led government.
- Prominent leaders extend birthday wishes.
- Yediyurappa’s contributions as Chief Minister are acknowledged.
Bengaluru, Feb 27 (NationPress) Former Chief Minister and BJP Central Parliamentary Board Member B.S. Yediyurappa, who celebrated his 83rd birthday on Thursday, declared his intention to commence a state-wide tour aimed at fortifying the party and ensuring the BJP's return to power in Karnataka.
In a statement to the media in Bengaluru, Yediyurappa remarked: “I will strengthen the party. The BJP's return to power in the state is as inevitable as the sun and moon. Having completed 82 years, I am now entering my 83rd year. People throughout the state have engaged in special prayers and conveyed their blessings.”
He continued: “The citizens of Karnataka have empowered me to serve as Chief Minister. I plan to organize conventions for party members in every district to uplift their spirits. I am resolute about ensuring that this corrupt Congress-led government is ousted from power.”
Various prominent leaders, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP National President J.P. Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, and former CM H.D. Kumaraswamy, personally reached out to Yediyurappa to wish him on his birthday.
During the festivities, Yediyurappa sliced an 82-kilogram cake that was brought by his supporters.
Former Chief Minister and BJP MP Basavaraj Bommai stated that under the leadership of senior BJP figure and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, they will unite to restore the BJP to power in the state.
BJP State President and MLA B.Y. Vijayendra remarked that supporters and party members across Karnataka celebrated the birthday of senior BJP leader and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa with immense zeal.
Vijayendra expressed, “Today marks the birthday of an extraordinary leader, a valiant warrior, and my esteemed father, B.S. Yediyurappa.”
He noted that BJP workers visited hospitals in taluk and district centers, delivering fruits to patients and organizing special prayers in temples as part of the celebrations.
He also underscored Yediyurappa’s contributions during his term as Chief Minister, particularly the Bhagyalakshmi Scheme and Bicycle Distribution Scheme, which greatly benefited many individuals.
Vijayendra emphasized that Yediyurappa’s birthday was celebrated in a modest yet sincere manner by BJP workers throughout the state.
