Political Pressure Mounts: D K Suresh Faces Channapatna By-Poll Dilemma

Former Congress MP D K Suresh is feeling significant pressure from party members to contest the upcoming by-poll in Channapatna. Although he is ready to follow the party's decision, the political dynamics involving the BJP-JD(S) alliance contests the seat. Suresh lost in the recent elections, while his brother, Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, seeks to regain influence in the region.

Former Congress MP D K Suresh has acknowledged experiencing intense pressure from party members to run in the upcoming November 13 by-poll in Channapatna. Suresh, who is the brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, stated that he will comply with the party's decision.

During media interactions, Suresh reiterated his willingness to serve as a party worker and await the party's decision. The by-poll has gained significance after the seat became vacant following the election of JD(S) state President H D Kumaraswamy to the Lok Sabha.

The BJP-JD(S) alliance is yet to announce their candidate, with potential contenders including BJP MLC C P Yogeeshwara and Kumaraswamy's son, Nikhil. The political situation is further compounded by Suresh's determination to restore his and his brother's political standing after recent electoral setbacks.

(With inputs from agencies.)