Karnataka's Political Drama: By-polls and Strategic Maneuvers

Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar announced the Congress's finalization of candidates for by-polls in three assembly segments. While party workers are pushing for a ticket for D K Suresh, Shivakumar stated the decision rests with the high command. The by-polls, scheduled for November 13, are due to vacancies left by representatives elected to the Lok Sabha.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar has confirmed that the Congress party has nearly finalized its list of candidates for the by-election in three assembly constituencies.

Shivakumar, who also serves as the Congress state president, emphasized the importance of each seat, assigning ministers with responsibilities to secure wins. The seats of Sandur, Shiggaon, and Channapatna will see by-elections on November 13 due to their representatives moving to the Lok Sabha in recent elections.

Party dynamics are at play as D K Suresh, brother of Shivakumar and former Bangalore Rural MP, faces pressure from party workers to contest again. The final list of candidates will be reviewed by the Congress high command in Delhi, with Shivakumar stating a commitment to follow party guidelines despite recent electoral setbacks.

(With inputs from agencies.)