Mangaluru, Nov. 19 -- The Kannada Development Authority (KDA) has plunged into controversy after its chief, Purushothama Bilimale, made remarks suggesting that many Yakshagana artistes are homosexuals. The comments, made during a book release event in Mysuru, have sparked widespread outrage across Karnataka.
BJP state president and MLA Vijayendra Yediyurappa condemned Bilimale's statement as "outrageous" and demanded his immediate removal, urging Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to act swiftly.
Vijayendra said the remarks insult not only the artistes but also the coastal region and the broader Hindu community, reflecting a "mindset of the Congress party."Bilimale had argued that the lifestyle of Yakshagana troupes - who often travel for six to...