Summary:
Basavaraj Bommai now the CM of Karnataka.
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After the stat, losing a Chief Minister, BS Yediyurappa, veteran BJP leader Basavaraj Bommai takes oath today (Wednesday) as the 23rd chief minister of Karnataka.
Former CM had resigned two days ago amid the speculations that were rife over a crisis in the BJP`s state unit.
The new chief minister is an ideal candidate for the party, obedient to the central leadership and a close associate of Yediyurappa.
Basavaraj Bommai sworn-in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka pic.twitter.com/4RPPysdQBa
— ANI (@ANI) July 28, 2021
Basavaraj Bommai arrived at Raj Bhawan at around 10:30 am on Wednesday for the oath-taking ceremony, accompanied by BS Yediyurappa.
Bommai was appointed for CM on Tuesday by the BJP high command.
In the moments following his election, Bommai vowed to work for the welfare of the poor and lead a "pro-people", specifically a "pro-poor people" governance.
"I will chair a meeting of the cabinet later today," the newly-elected chief minister was earlier quoted as saying by news agency ANI.
"After that, I will hold a meeting with senior officers to review the Covid-19 and flood situation in the state."
Notably, Yediyurappa`s resignation came amid widespread floods, triggered by heavy rains, in Karnataka.
The chief minister-designate, however, on Tuesday praised his predecessor for his handling of the flood havoc and Covid-19 management.
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