Basanagouda Patil Yatnal
Basanagouda Patil Yatnal is a senior leader within the Karnataka BJP and has emerged as a key figure in the dissident faction seeking to unseat BY Vijayendra, although he has recently backed away from contesting the presidency.
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Expelled BJP leader and Vijayapura MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal questioned the report’s credibility.
Karnataka Caste Census Controversy: Lingayat Mahasabha Rejects Report | Vokkaliga, Muslim Data Disputed | Bengaluru News
India· 2025-04-15
Basanagouda Patil Yatnal was expelled from the BJP for six years due to repeated 'anti-party' activities.
‘Will not deter my fight’: Karnataka MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal after BJP expels him for six years over ‘anti-party’ activities | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-26
Basanagouda Patil Yatnal alleged that the scandal was orchestrated by a senior Congress neta to malign political opponents.
‘Obscene videos of judges, central leaders made’: Honeytrap allegations rock Karnataka politics, senior minister claims he is victim along with 48 others | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-03-21
Basanagouda Patil Yatnal raised the issue in the assembly, mentioning an attempt to trap the Cooperation Minister.
Karnataka home minister orders high-level probe after claims of 48 politicians honey trapped; top developments | India NewsIndia· 2025-03-20
Yatnal is a senior member of the rebel camp who initially urged for an election.
Karnataka BJP muddle: Both factions refuse to budge, can Chouhan ensure a ‘happy’ ending? | Bengaluru NewsIndia· 2025-02-25
