Defeat of JD(S) candidate forces party to introspect
The Janata Dal (Secular) suffered a humiliating defeat in the Karnataka Legislative Council election, securing only 14 votes after cross-voting from its own legislators. The party leadership believes this result will not impact its larger base but calls for introspection to strengthen grassroots organization. G.T. Devegowda, a senior leader who had distanced himself from the party, reportedly voted according to his conscience, sparking speculation about the reasons behind the cross-voting.
21 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
The Karnataka BJP will hold a legislative party meeting at Dharmasthala temple to address cross-voting during the recent Legislative Council elections.
22 JUN 2026
— The Hindu
Cross-voting by BJP MLAs during the Legislative Council elections has sparked concerns about internal divisions within the party.
— The Hindu
BJP state president Vijayendra and Leader of the Opposition Ashok travel to Delhi to meet national president Nabin regarding cross-voting by some BJP MLAs during the Legislative Council elections.
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