BJP, Congress in Karnataka calculate poll prospects

The BJP-JD(S) alliance is confident of victory in over 20 constituencies, whereas the Congress is hoping guarantees will help it win big.

BySouth First Desk

Published May 16, 2024 | 5:14 AMUpdatedMay 16, 2024 | 5:14 AM

DK Shivakumar, HD Kumaraswamy.

Political parties in Karnataka are calculating their prospects — and that of their rivals — ahead of the Lok Sabha election result to be announced on 4 June. The BJP is confident of winning 20 constituencies, including its ally JD(S)’s two seats. The Congress hopes to better its 2019 performance by bagging around eight to 12 seats.

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