Cross-voting from BJP embarrasses party, likely to lead to more high command control of State unit
BJP MLAs in the Karnataka Assembly defied party orders and voted for Congress candidates in the recent Council elections, leading to embarrassment for the party. The incident could result in structural changes within the state leadership, with speculation about a new Leader of Opposition and potential disciplinary action against those who cross-voted. The BJP's internal struggles are likely to be addressed by the party high command as they prepare for upcoming Assembly elections.
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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