Giving 15 days to BJP to prove majority was mockery of democracy: Rajnikanth

Chennai: Actor-turned-politician Rajinikanth on Sunday appreciated the turn of events in the Karnataka assembly, terming them a "win for democracy".

"What happened in Karnataka yesterday was a win for democracy. BJP asking for some more time and Governor giving 15 days time was a mockery of democracy. I would like to thank Supreme Court for its order, which upheld the democracy," Rajinikanth said while talking to media here.

On contesting elections in 2019, the Tamil superstar said the decision will be taken after the elections are announced.

"The decision for contesting elections in 2019 will be taken at the time when the elections are announced. The party is not yet launched, but we are ready for anything. Also, it is too early to talk about any kind of alliance," he added.Rajinikanth was speaking to media after attending a meeting of women workers of Rajini People's Forum.