Karnataka By-Polls: Political Chess Unfolds

Political maneuvers intensify in Karnataka as major parties gear up for the November 13 by-polls in three assembly segments. Both ruling Congress and opposition alliances finalize candidate lists. Key discussions include central agency misuse and caste reservations, particularly highlighted by the strategic Channapatna seat contest.

With the by-poll nomination deadline looming, political strategizing is in full swing in Karnataka, as both the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP-JD(S) alliance work to finalize their candidate lists for three pivotal assembly segments.

The BJP has already publicized its contenders for the Sandur and Shiggaon seats, while conceding the contentious Channapatna seat to the JD(S). Meanwhile, the Congress is yet to announce its full slate of candidates for these critical by-elections.

In the Congress camp, internal discussions centered around candidate selection, caste reservations, and countering opposition narratives, highlight the party's preparations to secure a triumphant outcome. The Channapatna seat continues to attract attention as key figures and former representatives take strategic positions ahead of the polls.

(With inputs from agencies.)