Political leaders from various parties in Karnataka have welcomed the Centre’s decision to confer the Bharat Ratna on veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani. Former Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa of the BJP praised Advani for his role in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and expressed his gratitude for the decision. JD(S) leader H D Kumaraswamy also extended his congratulations to Advani and commended the government for recognizing his contributions. Additionally, Pejavar Math seer Vishwa Prasanna Teertha in Udupi applauded Advani for his value-based politics and leadership in the Ayodhya Ram temple movement. Overall, the decision to honor Advani with the Bharat Ratna has received positive responses from political leaders in Karnataka.