Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:44pm on 27 Feb 2024,Tuesday Politics
In Karnataka's Rajya Sabha polls, Congress secures victory in 3 seats amidst BJP setback. BJP MLA cross-votes for Congress candidate, while another abstains. Congress maintains unity, securing additional votes from independents and disgruntled BJP MLA. Former BJP members, now aligned with Congress, rumored to join party officially. Despite BJP's official candidate's win, NDA's candidate falls short. Leaders react, emphasizing upcoming Lok Sabha polls as true test. Congress celebrates victory, denouncing alleged attempts at purchasing legislators by BJP-JD(S) alliance. Opposition criticizes cross-voting MLA, vows to regroup for future contests.