On January 19, 2025, political tensions within the Karnataka BJP escalated as two senior MLAs, Basanagouda Patil Yatnal and Ramesh Jarkiholi, openly criticized state party president B Y Vijayendra. The disagreement follows recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) actions in Karnataka, which have stirred controversy and unease within the party.
This public dissent highlights cracks in the party’s state leadership, particularly as accusations and investigations unfold. Yatnal and Jarkiholi’s statements reflect a larger issue of dissatisfaction among certain factions of the BJP in Karnataka. Political analysts suggest that the internal discord could weaken the party’s image ahead of upcoming elections. Meanwhile, the BJP leadership has remained tight-lipped, focusing on damage control to prevent further escalations.