On the Congress-JD(S) coalition government in the state, Mr Kharge said it had become neccessary to keep the BJP from coming to power.

Soon after he was elected CM in 2008, Mr Yeddyurappa had resurrected Mr Puttaswamy’s career and appointed him as his political secretary.

According to the state BJP president, small and medium farmers had not repaid their loans, anticipating a waiver from the government.

Aishwarya, daughter of deceased corporator Mahadevamma, was picked by the JD(S) after she was denied a ticket by the Congress.

After the elections TD MLA Manchireddy Kishan Reddy from Ibrahimpatnam joined the TRS.

Sources in the Congress said that the high command had directed the party leaders not to make such statements.

With three regional parties holding the key to election of RS's deputy chairman, both NDA and opposition parties are trying to woo them.

The Lt Governor said that the state ground water authority will draw out a detailed inspection of bore wells.

Fisheries Minister D. Jayakumar has emphasised the need to create awareness among the people to ensure a plastic-free State.

“Federal polity of our country demands the active participation of states in development process,” Mr Narayanasamy said.