In the last 17 Lok Sabha elections, Congress has dominated in Mandya, winning 12 times. This was followed by JD(S) with four victories.
A farmer has discarded loads of tomatoes over poor quality due to severe drought in the region. (South First)
Political parties contesting in Mandya in Karnataka have to tackle challenges faced by thousands of farmers striving to safeguard their crops, provide water for their cattle, and manage daily tasks amid a severe drought despite the presence of the Krishna Raja Sagara reservoir. Cauvery water-sharing dispute between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu is a big issue.