BJP to seek explanation from party functionary

The State BJP has distanced itself the statement made by its Shivamogga based leader Channabasappa against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

In a statement on Tuesday, BJP State President Pralhad Joshi said Channabasappa’s statement was uncalled for.

Channabasappa had said the chief minister would be beheaded if he enters Shivamogga and eats beef. “He has been sternly warned against using such provocative and unbecoming language...The party will seek an explanation from him,” Joshi said.

Joshi has also directed all party leaders from using offensive language. “We completely disapprove Channabasappa’s statement which is against our political culture and ethos,” he added.