'Cong's mining allegations for political gains'

Varanasi: Former Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa on Monday said Congress has levelled allegations against him in the mining scam for "political gains".

"The truth will be cleared soon, the Congress can defame anyone for political gains...It has put my political life at stake by levelling allegations against me," he said on the sidelines of a poll event.

"Have instances of corruption been probed in Congress ruled states?" he asked, adding, "The answer will be found in a 'no'."