Basavaraj Bommai Set To Take Oath As New Karnataka's CM
Following the resignation of former CM BS Yediyurappa, BJP has appointed Basavaraj Bommai as the new CM of Karnataka on July 27. However, Bommai will take oath on July 28 at 11 AM. On appointment, Bommai said, ''It's a big responsibility in the given situation. I'll strive to work for the welfare of the poor.'' Notably, Bommai belongs to the Sadara Lingayat community and joined the BJP in 2008.