BJP’s New Choice For Karnataka CM: Basavaraj Bommai

Basavaraj Bommai is the BJP’s new choice as Karnataka Chief Minister after BS Yediyurappa tendered his resignation. The decision was taken at the party’s legislature meeting held today in Bengaluru.

Basavaraj Bommai, who was the Home Minister in Yediyurappa cabinet, was one of the top contenders for the CM’s post. Along with Home Affairs, he also held the crucial portfolios like Law, Parliamentary Affairs and Legislature.

Basavaraj also belongs to influential Lingayat community. Outgoing CM BS Yediyurappa also belongs to the same community. With this choice, BJP has played it safe.

Basavaraj Bommai is considered as BS Yediyurappa’s close confidant. Basavaraj’s father SR Bommai also served as Karnataka CM.

Basavaraj joined BJP in 2008 and since then, he has been working tirelessly for the party. He has played crucial role in the party’s rise in the state. He had also served as Water Resources minister earlier.

Basavaraj is a three-time MLA and two-time MLC. Given his vast experience, family background, bond with outgoing CM Yediyurappa and belonging to Lingayat community have all worked in favour of Basavaraj.