Cross-voting in Karnataka MLC polls has highlighted BJP-JDS friction. Despite BJP's support, JDS faced unexpected losses as its own MLAs defected. This incident fuels BJP's focus on Lingayat and OBC votes, while regional strongholds in North Karnataka and Old Mysuru create further alliance strains. The BJP is now re-evaluating its electoral strategy, potentially reshaping the coalition before the 2028 elections.

The party has constituted a fact finding panel comprising CT Ravi, Mahesh Tenginakai and N Mahesh to examine the charges. | India News

BJP leaders suspect cross-voting in Legislative Council polls was driven by monetary gain, with investigations underway to identify the MLAs involved. Opposition leader R Ashoka…