Mysuru, Feb. 3 -- Ahead of their crucial meeting with the BJP high command in New Delhi today (Feb. 3), the faction of BJP rebels led by MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal, who have openly turned against BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra, performed a special puja at Chamundi Hill Temple yesterday.

Former Ministers Ramesh Jarkiholi and Kumar Bangarappa visited the Hill Temple and offered prayers to Goddess Chamundeshwari, seeking divine strength for their political battle. However, rebel team leader Yatnal and former MP Prathap Simha, who is closely associated with the faction, were notably absent, fuelling speculation.

The rebel leaders have scheduled a meeting in Delhi today before formally approaching the high command with their grievance...