Lucknow: Amidst the talk of Dinesh Khatik's resignation in Uttar Pradesh and the political atmosphere heated by the viral letter, a big statement by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti has come to the fore. Dinesh Khatik has clarified on the speculation about his resignation, saying that his resentment is only towards the officers. He doesn't want work, he needs respect and he has spoken to CM Yogi. The CM is honest, but due to the arbitrariness of some officers, he (Dinesh) had to take this step. Dinesh Khatik left for Delhi on Wednesday after meeting BJP leaders from Meerut. Throughout the day, he met several BJP leaders in Delhi. Talking to the media late at night, he said that he had a conversation with the CM. "We have come from the people by choice, we need respect. You just need respect, not work. If the officers can't give anything, they can give information on demand. He further said that he doesn't want to say much right now. He will interact with the media at 4 pm on Thursday.'' The news of the resignation of the Minister of State for Jal Shakti Dinesh Khatik in the Yogi cabinet created a sensation in the political corridors on Wednesday. Dinesh Khatik sent his resignation to Union Home Minister Amit Shah on one side on Tuesday, while on the other hand, he met Governor Anandiben Patel and gave him a copy. The letter for the resignation went viral on social media on Wednesday afternoon. The resignation has been forwarded to the CM by Governor Anandiben Patel for the recommendation. BJP's befitting reply to Congress over Sonia's questioning, reminds them of 'Modi' Why Congress afraid of Sonia Gandhi's questioning? Gehlot quits Rajasthan work reached Delhi After Corona, 'Sonia Gandhi' to be questioned today in National Herald case