Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced after Congress Legislature Party meeting that the party would submit petition to Speaker to disqualify the MLAs who have resigned under provisions of the the Anti-Defection Law.
Speaking to press after the meeting, he reiterated that the saffron party was “indulging in horse trading.” He said that those who have resigned should return to the party fold and not succumb to inducements or threats.
The party however has clarified that action would not be sought against Ramalinga Reddy since he has not indulged in anti-party activity.
The CLP meeting had 20 absentees (including those who have resigned). Of them seven had sought prior permission.
Congress later started a dharna against the BJP's "anti-democratic" actions.
