KN Rajanna was removed from his cabinet post. This followed his criticism of Rahul Gandhi. Supporters protested across Karnataka. One person reportedly attempted self-immolation. Siddaramaiah removed Rajanna after Congress high command directive. DK Shivakumar raised concerns about Rajanna’s statements. Rajanna questioned Rahul Gandhi’s vote theft allegations. BJP MLA R Ashoka commented on the situation. Post navigation Fatehpur mausoleum row: SP expels Pappu Chauhan for ‘anti-party activities’ ‘Ram was out of his mind’: Tamil poet Vairamuthi’s remarks sparks row