Mysuru, April 8 -- Taking on the Congress over corruption, maladministration, rising prices of essential commodities, services and taxes, diversion of SC/ST funds etc., the BJP launched its nearly month long (covering 16 days) Janaakrosha Yatra from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's home district Mysuru on Monday.

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, after performing puja to Goddess Chamundeshwari atop Chamundi Hill, launched the rally at Nehru Circle (Central Post Office Circle) on Ashoka Road in the heart of the city.

The Yatra passed through prominent streets in the vicinity of Ashoka Road, before reaching the Town Hall where a massive rally was held. Soon as the Yatra reached the Town Hall, the BJP leaders garlanded the statue of Dr. B.R. Ambe...