Ending months of speculation over his exit, BS Yediyurappa on Monday stepped down as the Chief Minister of Karnataka . Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw hailed his stellar leadership role. "BS Yediyurappa played a stellar leadership role as CM and leaves a legacy of progressive development," Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw tweeted. Replying to the Biocon chief, Yediyurappa said, "Karnataka has always been a pioneer in science, technology and innovation and I am confident that the state will continue to contribute significantly to India's growth story." Yediyurappa (@BSYBJP) July 27, 2021Yediyurappa had announced his decision to step down, as his voice choked and he turned emotional.

Source: Mint July 27, 2021 05:37 UTC