BJP leader Basanagouda Patil Yatnal on Tuesday drew from episodes in the Mahabharata, even as he stepped up his attack on Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa.
Yatnal said he would fight against corruption and dynastic politics, even if it is at the cost of his political career.
He said he was not alone in his fight, but several ministers were with him.
Speaking to media persons here, Yatnal said he was not Abhimanyu to be alone.
“I am Arjuna. My Vanavasa (forest stay) and Agyatavasa (disguise) are over. Now, I have the Bramhastra (a powerful weapon) and only pattabhisheka (coronation) is awaited,” he said.
“My allegations on corruption are not baseless. There are huge scams and there is evidence. My intention is neither to become chief minister nor minister. I was union minister long before Yediyurappa became CM. I should have been CM long back. But my struggle is selfless and for truth,” Yatnal said.
“The support of pontiffs of some Lingayat mutts (to Yediyurappa) is an insult to the community. They should be cautious. If I use the Bramhastra, they will have to flee their institutions. There are such huge scams. It is better for Yediyurappa to retire gracefully. His retirement will be in the interest of the state, the party and his family,” Yatnal said.
Gherao by CM’s supporters
Yatnal was gheraoed by supporters of Yediyurappa at Haralukote Anjaneya Swami temple at Ramasamudra in Chamarajanagar. He visited the temple to participate in a rally, organised to demand inclusion of Lingayat community under backward classes ‘2A’ category.
The protestors attacked Yatnal’s car and raised slogans against him. The police had provided security to Yatnal.
The protestors warned Yatnal not to speak against the family of Yediyurappa.
“If Yatnal does not mend his ways, a massive protest will be started against him,” they said.
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