Earlier, KC Virendra had met Achar and sought his cooperation, on which he had said – it is too late now. I have already announced to file nomination on 14 April. Virender is a good friend, I wish him all the best. Virendra’s name is also included in the list of Congress candidates. According to party sources, SK Basavarajan, another contender for ticket from Chitradurga, has decided to resign from the party and convene a meeting of his supporters and well-wishers to decide what to do next.