Karnataka Council Chairman considering resignation over debate quality

Basavaraj Horatti, the Chairman of the Karnataka Legislative Council, is considering resigning from his position. He expressed frustration over the declining quality of debates in the state legislature. During an interview in Hubballi, Horatti said the standard of discussions in both the Council and Assembly has fallen significantly. He mentioned that the recent emergence of issues like honey-traps points to this decline. Horatti has been a member of the Council for over forty years, but he is now reflecting on whether he should continue in his role. He criticized the behavior of some legislature members, highlighting their failure to follow the instructions given by the Chair. He mentioned the need for introspection and stated he would consult with his well-wishers before making a final decision on his resignation. Horatti also noted that there are some technical issues related to the resignation that need to be resolved first.