Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. "Today is special for one more reason. It's the birthday of Karnataka's popular leader BS Yediyurappa. I pray for his long life. He dedicated his life to the poor and farmers' welfare. His speech at the Karnataka Assembly last week was an inspiration for everyone in public life," PM Modi said. India News | In Special Gesture to BSY, PM Modi Asks Audience to Flip on Mobile Torches to Greet Him on 80th Birthday.