B.Y. Vijayendra, the newly-appointed Karnataka President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), declared on Friday that his top priority is securing the party's victory in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The statement underscores the importance of electoral success in shaping his agenda as the leader of the BJP in Karnataka.
"The national President has given responsibility of ensuring the victory of maximum seats from Karnataka. I will work and deliver," he said.
Addressing reporters after the announcement, Vijayendra said that he is proud that he is the son of former CM B.S. Yediyurappa.
"We will work on the path shown by Yediyurappa. I have not got this opportunity because I am his son. The party seniors have identified my capabilities. I will work under their guidance," he said.
In response to a query about the appointment of the Leader of the Opposition, B.Y. Vijayendra stated that the decision would be finalized by the following Friday.
The timeline provides clarity on the party's plan to fill this key position within a specific timeframe.
"By then, the legislature party meeting will be called and a decision would be taken on the Leader of the Opposition. The observers will also arrive from New Delhi and elections will be made with their cooperation," he said.
B.Y. Vijayendra affirmed that former minister V. Somanna, party MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, and former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai would be included in the party's plans and initiatives.
This indicates an intention to involve experienced and influential figures within the BJP for collective efforts and coordination in Karnataka.
(With Agency Inputs)
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