Bengaluru, Aug. 12 -- Former Karnataka Cooperation Minister K N Rajanna addressed his resignation from the Karnataka Cabinet, claiming a "huge conspiracy" behind his dismissal from the state Cabinet.

His exit follows controversial remarks on voter fraud that clashed with the Congress party's stance, drawing sharp reactions from the opposition.

Rajanna claimed that his earlier statement regarding "vote theft" was misunderstood.

He said, "There is a big conspiracy and plot behind this. I know exactly who all are behind this conspiracy and what all has happened. My statement was misunderstood. I will make efforts to clear that misunderstanding."

He acknowledged the decision came from the Congress high command, saying, "There is informati...