Belagavi has become the center of political intrigue with a secret meeting held by BJP rebels, led by Vijayapura MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal and Gokak MLA Ramesh Jarkiholi. The meeting, which took place on Sunday, has created a buzz in Karnataka’s political circles.
The significance of this meeting is amplified by the surprising camaraderie between Jarkiholi and former Chikodi MP Annasaheb Jolle. This development is striking given their previous enmity. The two politicians, who were at odds for a considerable period, were seen in a surprisingly friendly interaction, raising eyebrows about potential new alliances.
Jarkiholi, previously with Congress, had a contentious relationship with the Jolle family, especially concerning Uttam Patil. Patil, a close aide of Jarkiholi, contested against Shashikala Jolle in the Nippani assembly seat after being denied a Congress ticket. This rivalry intensified when Jarkiholi’s indirect support for Patil became a point of contention. The discord was further exacerbated during the Lok Sabha elections, where Jarkiholi’s lack of support for Annasaheb Jolle’s campaign was noted.
The recent meeting between Jarkiholi and Jolle, marked by mutual respect and cooperation, hints at a possible realignment in state politics. Observers are now speculating about the implications of this new political equation and how it might influence future developments in Karnataka’s political landscape.
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