The BJP has named candidates for the Karnataka Assembly bypolls, including Bharat Basavaraj Bommai for Shiggaon and Bangara Hanumantha for Sandur. This decision is in response to recent vacancies caused by the resignations of incumbent MLAs.
The Election Commission of India has set election dates for November 13, with vote counting slated for November 23. The three constituencies up for byelection are Channapatna, Shiggaon, and Sandur (ST). The Channapatna by-election follows HD Kumaraswamy’s resignation, while the vacancies in Shiggaon and Sandur are the result of the resignations of Basavaraj Bommai and E Tukaram, respectively. The Election Commission has highlighted the necessity of a free and fair electoral process in the approaching elections.
Background of candidates
Bharat Basavaraj Bommai
Bharat Basavaraj Bommai, a prominent member of the BJP, served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka from July 2021 to May 2023. Born into a politically influential family, Bommai is known for his administrative experience and commitment to developmental projects.
His tenure focused on infrastructure enhancement and welfare schemes, despite facing political stability challenges. Bommai’s political career began in the early 2000s and he has held key positions, including Home and Water Resources. His nomination for Shiggaon reflects the BJP’s confidence in his leadership and popularity in the region.
Bangara Hanumantha
Bangara Hanumantha, a seasoned BJP politician, has been actively involved in local development and community welfare in his constituency, Sandur. He has built a strong rapport with the electorate, advocating for better infrastructure and access to essential services. Hanumantha’s candidacy for the Sandur by-election demonstrates the BJP’s strategy to leverage his local influence and experience in the upcoming elections. As the BJP prepares for the by-elections, voter sentiment will play a crucial role in determining the outcome in Karnataka.
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Source: India TV
