Yeddyurappa's much-hyped "Breaking News" ends in whimper

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Press Trust of India Bengaluru
Last Updated : Mar 16 2018 | 9:00 PM IST

Karnataka BJP President B S Yeddyurappa's much hyped "Breaking News" that had created ripples in political circles and curiosity among the public, ended in a whimper today.

The former Chief Minister's tweet yesterday about
Reacting to the 'Breaking News', Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissed it as a 'rambling collection of lies.'
The post, with 5.14 minutes video containing Yeddyurappa'smessage and info-graphics, said "Congress govt led by @siddaramaiah has betrayed the people of #Karnataka & has been a No.1 failure in living up to their expectations!"
"#10PercentCM has cheated the people of Karnataka & has put abrake on the growth & development story of the state! #LiesDamnedLiesAndStatistics."
In the video that also has statistics representedthrough info-graphics, Yeddyurappa expressed confidence that"the people have decided to bring BJP to power."
Claiming that BJP has both the grace of God and the people, he said "Achievements of Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government at the Centre, administration by Karnataka BJP in the past and Congress government's failures will help us inthe elections."

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First Published: Mar 16 2018 | 9:00 PM IST

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