Cross-voting from BJP embarrasses party, likely to lead to more high command control of State unit
BJP MLAs in the Karnataka Assembly Council elections cast votes for the Congress, leading to internal party conflict and potential leadership changes. Leader of Opposition R. Ashok stated that at least three of the party's members voted against their assigned candidates, while sources claim the extent of cross-voting could reach six. The incident has prompted speculation about structural changes within the party, with some suggesting a tightening of control over the state unit and potential leadership shifts, including the appointment of a new Leader of Opposition. The BJP is facing internal dissent and factionalism ahead of upcoming Assembly elections in 2026.
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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