Former CM Jagadish Shettar likely to make a decision soon: Sources

Hubballi: Former Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar is reportedly contemplating a crucial decision, with strong speculation suggesting that he might rejoin the BJP just before the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. There are indications that he could potentially contest the MP election from the Haveri seat on a BJP ticket.

Close sources to Jagadish Shettar have informed hubliexpress.com that the former CM is likely to make a decision regarding rejoining the BJP or staying with the Congress within the next 5-6 days. These sources acknowledge the pressure from BJP leaders urging him to rejoin, but as of now, Shettar has not made a final decision. The sources have urged the media not to engage in speculation and assured that a clear picture will emerge within the next 5-6 days, urging everyone to remain calm.

It is reported that former CM H D Kumaraswamy and former minister Ramesh Jarakiholi met with Shettar at his Bengaluru residence. There are also claims that Jarakiholi proposed that Shettar should consider contesting the Lok Sabha election from the Belagavi seat on a BJP ticket. However, details of the meeting between Kumaraswamy and Jagadish Shettar have not been revealed. Despite attempts by Hubli Express to reach out to Jagadish Shettar, he did not respond to our calls.