‘BJP’s bid to subvert democracy failed badly’

New Delhi: Chief minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)’s attempts to “subvert democracy” has “miserably failed” in Karnataka.

Mr Kejriwal’s comment came after Karnataka chief minister B.S. Yeddyurappa resigned before facing a crucial trust vote in the Assembly, bringing an end to a political thriller that began after the May 12 elections threw up a hung verdict.

“BJP’s attempts to subvert democracy have miserably failed in Karnataka. BJP’s lust for power through foul means stands completely exposed. Will BJP learn any lesson now? India’s judiciary has risen to the occasion and has safeguarded our democracy,” Mr Kejriwal said in a tweet.

Mr Yeddyurappa’s resignation will pave the way for formation of a government led by JD(S) state chief H.D. Kumaraswamy, who has the backing of the Congress.

The newly-formed alliance has claimed support of 117 MLAs in the 224-member House with an effective strength of 221.