Muda scam: Resolute cabinet in tow, Karnataka CM rules Siddaramaiah out resignation
CM Siddaramaiah decided to contest the corruption charge legally and politically amid mounting pressure from the BJP-JD(S) opposition and a looming sanction from Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot. A consensus was reached to confront the BJP head-on after discussions with senior Congress leaders. Accusations against the BJP of misusing the Raj Bhavan were highlighted.