BENGALURU, 26 JUNE

BJP Karnataka president BY Vijayendra on Thursday expressed confidence about continuing in his current role, as the party gears up to appoint new office-bearers at both state and national levels.

Speculation is rife that Karnataka BJP unit may see a change in leadership, with signs of internal discontent emerging within party ranks.

Vijayendra said he delivered his responsibilities effectively during his one-and-half-year tenure as the party’s State chief, and his work is well recognised by party leaders and workers.

"The BJP is a national party. Everyone’s opinion has been sought. I have done my job successfully over the past one-and-a-half years, and my leaders and fellow karyakartas are aware of it," he said, in response to a question about whether he would continue in the role.

Asked about his recent Delhi visit, the Shikaripura MLA clarified that it was a personal trip.

On the presence of other senior BJP leaders – including Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka – in the national capital, he said there was no need for speculation.

"I had gone to Delhi and so had some other senior leaders. They are yet to return. But speculating that a major development is underway is baseless. I didn’t meet anyone there; my personal work is done," he stated.

To a question about rumours of a change in the LoP post, Vijayendra defended Ashoka, saying he enjoys the confidence of party MLAs. "It’s not proper for the media to speculate on his removal. There is no truth to it," he said.