Three-time MLC Puttanna formally joined the BJP on Tuesday. He was inducted into the party by Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa at his residence.
Former minister Aravind Limabavali was present on the occasion. Puttanna was earlier with the JD(S), which expelled him for “anti-party” activities. Puttanna represents the Bangalore Teachers’ constituency in the Legislative Council and will complete his term in June 2020.