CT Ravi calls Yatnal’s expulsion from BJP ‘Unfortunate’
Chikkamagaluru: Senior BJP leader and MLC CT Ravi on Thursday expressed disappointment over the expulsion of Vijayapura MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal from the party for six years, calling the decision "unfortunate."
Speaking to reporters, Ravi acknowledged his long association with Yatnal, stating, "We have been friends for four decades, and it is unfortunate that he has been removed from the party for such a long period."
While refraining from analyzing Yatnal’s political journey, Ravi emphasized the MLA’s leadership abilities. "Every leader has strengths and weaknesses, and Yatnal is no exception. He is undoubtedly a strong leader. However, the party takes decisions based on various factors. If a situation arises where unity prevails within the party, I would be the first to welcome it," he said.
Responding to speculation that Yatnal had not spoken against the BJP, Ravi remarked, "At this point, any statement I make may be misinterpreted. Even if I speak the truth, people will perceive it based on their own understanding of the situation. For us, loyalty to the party is paramount—only the country stands above it."
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CJI Surya Kant clarifies 'parasites' remarks, says 'pained' over media reports
New Delhi (PTI): Chief Justice of India Surya Kant on Saturday issued a strongly worded clarification on his 'parasites' remarks, saying he was "pained" by media reports that suggested he criticised youth.
"I am pained to read how a section of the media has misquoted my oral observations made during the hearing of a frivolous case yesterday," the CJI said in a statement.
Kant emphasised that his remarks were specifically directed at individuals entering the legal profession through "fake and bogus degrees" and were "misquoted by a section of the media."
The clarification follows a controversy during a hearing on Friday, when the CJI used words like "parasites" and "cockroaches" while pulling up a lawyer for his plea seeking senior designation.
"What I had specifically criticised were those who have entered professions like the Bar (legal profession) with the aid of fake and bogus degrees. Similar persons have sneaked into the media, social media, and other noble professions as well, and hence, they are like parasites.
"It is totally baseless to suggest that I criticised the youth of our nation. Not only am I proud of our present and future human resource, but every youth of India inspires me. It is not an exaggeration to say that Indian youth have great regard and respect for me, and I too see them as the pillars of a developed India," the chief justice said about his remarks.
