B.S. Yediyurappa is an Indian politician and a prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state of Karnataka. He served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka multiple times, first taking office in 2007. Yediyurappa is known for his role in the development of the state and has been influential in shaping its political landscape. Born on February 27, 1943, in Shikaripura, Yediyurappa began his political career in the 1960s. He has held various positions within the state government and has been a member of the Legislative Assembly for several terms. His leadership has been marked by both support and controversy, reflecting the complexities of Karnataka's politics.