Chief Minister DK Shivakumar emerged victorious in the legislative council polls. Congress secured all five seats it contested, defying fears of crossvoting. Shivakumar's strategy ensured all Congress votes were cast for its candidates. The party also gained votes from the opposition BJP and JDS. This win strengthens Shivakumar's position. The JDS candidate lost despite a coalition with the BJP.

Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has convened a Congress legislature party meeting. MLAs will stay at a resort to prevent poaching by the JDS. The upcoming legislative council polls…

Karnataka's upcoming Council polls may secure Congress a majority in the Upper House, intensifying strategic party preparations.