People in North Karnataka are feeling let down with the induction of only one MP, Pralhad Joshi, into the Union cabinet. Lack of representation for Dalit and Lingayat communities has left supporters disappointed. BJP workers fear losing votes in the upcoming days. Social and regional justice concerns have been raised regarding the cabinet selection in Karnataka. Lingayat and Dalit MPs were expected to be included, but were not considered.
Former CM Basavaraj Bommai wins the Haveri LS seat with a reduced victory margin of 43,513 votes in 2024. BJP's victory margin decreased from 1,40,882 in 2019. Key highlights include the entry of Bommai into national politics, Congress fielding a non-Muslim candidate, and BJP's fourth consecutive win in Haveri.
Following the June 1 exit polls, there has been a surge in betting on BJP candidates in Haveri and Davanagere in Karnataka. Bookies are now backing BJP candidates Basavaraj Bommai and Gayatri Siddeshwar. Despite the illegal nature of betting, these activities are thriving across the parliamentary constituencies. The exit poll results have shifted the focus from Congress candidates to BJP candidates, with BJP workers and leaders now ready to accept bets against Congress candidates.
The Election Commission has made all preparations for counting votes for the parliamentary election in Haveri, Davanagere, and Kalaburagi. Learn about the detailed arrangements and procedures for the counting process in these constituencies.
All set for counting in Haveri, says Deputy Commissioner Raghunandan Murthy thehindu.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from thehindu.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.