Karnataka Bypolls: Congress faces internal rift over choice of candidate in Davanagere South, Bagalkot
Congress is facing internal divisions over candidate selection for the upcoming bypolls in Davangere South and Bagalkot Assembly constituencies. Randeep Singh Surjewala, AICC general secretary in charge of Karnataka, has been involved in discussions with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to finalize candidates. The party is expected to announce nominees over the weekend after receiving approval from the high command. The last date for filing nominations is March 23rd, while withdrawals can be made until March 26th. In Davangere South, S.S. Mallikarjun's son, Samarth, filed his nomination without official party endorsement. The choice of candidate has sparked controversy within the minority community, who are demanding a Muslim candidate. The BJP has fielded Srinivas Dasakariyappa from the constituency.
5 APR 2026
— The Hindu
R. Ashok accuses D.K. Shivakumar of indirectly aiding the BJP in the upcoming bypolls, alleging senior Congress leaders are involved and demanding a fair election.
— The Hindu
The upcoming Davangere South byelection will hinge on the decision of minority voters, particularly Muslims, who are demanding representation and concerned about the lack of development.
— The Hindu
Housing Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan began a campaign in Davangere to support the Congress candidate, Samarth Mallikarjun.
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