The Lingayat-dominated Kittur Karnataka region, popularly known as Mumbai-Karnataka, has become a BJP stronghold over the past two decades. With the upcoming elections witnessing a tight contest between the BJP and Congress, the outcome hinges on the voting behavior of the Lingayat community, a dominant force in many constituencies.
Deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar alleges that JD(S) MLA HD Revanna is a habitual offender, claiming he was involved in a case similar to his son Prajwal’s during a visit to England 30 years ago. Allegations of sexual harassment against Prajwal Revanna intensify as new accusations emerge, leading to the invocation of rape charges.