So, the prodigal returns. Former Karnataka CM BS Yeddyurappa has made it official - he will join the BJP soon. Speaking at a function at his hometown in Shikaripura in Shimoga, Karnataka, Yeddyurppa said that he has decided to return to the BJP.

He also pointed out that he would merge his Karnataka Janata Party with the BJP. Yeddyurappa had earlier pointed out that he would ally with the BJP, but later that decision was reversed.

He said some formalities were left and that would be completed very soon, with a formal rejoining around the middle of January.

The biggest stumbling block for the return of Yeddyurappa was L K Advani.

However, the strong man of the BJP was convinced by Rajnath Singh to accept Yeddyurappa. Advani has learnt to have reluctantly agreed.
- Vicky Nanjappa