He pestered the Indian government to end central rule from New Delhi and hold new elections.

CNN: BRAVE AS A LION

Yadav, 49, has always governed his home state with a proprietorial air while directing a jaundiced eye at the central powers in New Delhi.

CNN: On the Edge Again

When John Bissell arrived at the government-owned Central Cottage Industries Corp. in New Delhi on a two year Ford Foundation fellowship in 1958, Bimla Nanda, who was working there, had to give up her desk to accommodate the American visitor.

FORBES: The Informal Ambassador

India was granted observer status in the SCO last year and while its intentions regarding full membership are unclear at this time, the Russia and China led alliance would allow New Delhi a greater influence in Central Asia, which it desires, and at least ostensible cooperation in counterterrorism efforts.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: The battle for India

The order, issued by a trial court in New Delhi, follows a decision by India's Central Bureau of Investigation in December to register initial charges of criminal conspiracy and misconduct against Bharti, other companies and individuals.

WSJ: SingTel Backs Bharti Airtel, Mittal

One would expect him to position himself as a mover and shaker in New Delhi - yet he has chosen not to participate in the central government.

CNN: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

Elections are scheduled later this year in the central states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan in the west and in the capital, New Delhi.

WSJ: Congress Party Wins Karnataka Poll

State elections are scheduled later this year in the central states of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan in the west and in the capital, New Delhi.

WSJ: Congress Set to Win Karnataka Poll