Sun Mar 23 10:47:32 UTC 2025: ## Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Considers Resignation Amidst Deteriorating Debate Standards

**Belagavi, March 23, 2025** – Basavaraj Horatti, Chairman of the Karnataka Legislative Council, has announced he is considering resigning from his post due to his concern over the declining quality of debates and conduct within the state legislature. In a statement to reporters in Hubballi today, Mr. Horatti expressed deep dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs, citing instances such as the surfacing of “honey-trap” issues during the session as indicative of the deteriorating standards.

Mr. Horatti, a four-decade veteran of the Council, stated that the behavior of members is worsening and they are increasingly disobedient, failing to follow the Chair’s instructions. This situation, he said, has prompted him to seriously consider resigning. He indicated that he will consult with his well-wishers before making a final decision, adding that there are also some technical issues related to his resignation that need to be addressed. The Chairman’s potential resignation comes as a significant development, highlighting concerns about the standards of political discourse in Karnataka.

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