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Siddaramaiah Campaigns in Bagalkot Bypoll, DK Shivakumar Hails Young Candidate

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah campaigned for Congress candidate Umesh Meti in the Bagalkot Assembly by-election. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar explained the candidate selection was based on a positive booth-level survey in rural areas. Shivakumar also claimed several BJP leaders are willing to join the Congress and that independent candidates are offering support. The by-election is part of polls across eight constituencies in six states, with voting on April 23, 2026.

Key Points: Bagalkot Bypoll: Congress Campaigns with Umesh Meti

  • CM Siddaramaiah campaigns for Umesh Meti
  • DK Shivakumar cites positive rural survey
  • BJP leaders may join Congress, says Shivakumar
  • By-poll across 8 constituencies in 6 states
  • Polling on April 23, results May 4, 2026
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Bagalkot bypoll inKarnataka: CM Siddaramaiah campaigns for Congress candidate Umesh Meti

CM Siddaramaiah campaigns for Congress candidate Umesh Meti in Bagalkot bypoll. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar cites booth survey for selecting young candidate.

"Several leaders from the BJP are willing to join the Congress party. - DK Shivakumar"

Bagalkote, March 30

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday campaigned for Congress candidate Umesh Meti in Sutara Gunda village as part of the by-election to the Bagalkot Assembly constituency.

Several senior leaders and ministers were present at the event, including R B Thimmapur, Bairati Suresh, and Shivanand Patil, along with party MLAs and local leaders.

Meanwhile, Deputy CM DK Shivakumar responded to the Congress's announcement of Umesh Meti as their candidate from Bagalkot in the constituency by-election, saying that a young candidate has been given a chance after receiving a positive response in rural areas during a booth-level survey.

A booth-level survey was conducted, based on the report, and an opportunity was given to the Meti family. In line with the party's tradition, a young candidate has been given a chance. There is a positive response in rural areas, he said.

He further added, "Several leaders from the BJP are willing to join the Congress party. Even independent candidates have extended their support to Congress. Our government has fulfilled the dream of HY Meti by focusing on the development of the healthcare sector and providing free medical services."

The Election Commission of India (ECI) had earlier announced the schedule for by-elections across eight Assembly constituencies in six states.

The constituencies include Ponda (Goa), Umreth (Gujarat), Bagalkot and Davanagere South (Karnataka), Rahuri and Baramati (Maharashtra), Dharmanagar (Tripura), and Koridang (Nagaland).

Polling in the constituencies will be conducted on April 23, 2026 (Thursday). After polling, the counting of votes will take place on May 4, 2026 (Monday), and the results will be declared the same day.

- ANI

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Shreya B
The CM himself campaigning shows the party is serious about this bypoll. But I hope this isn't just about winning a seat. The focus should be on actual development work, not just political rallies. The free medical services promise needs to be implemented properly on the ground.
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Rohit P
Booth-level survey se candidate chuna? That's actually a smart strategy if done correctly. Shows they are listening to the grassroots instead of imposing leaders from above. Let's see if this approach works in Bagalkot.
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Priyanka N
All these claims of BJP leaders joining Congress... feels like the same old political drama before every election. Voters are tired of this. Just tell us what you will do for Bagalkot's development. Action speaks louder than words!
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Michael C
Interesting to see the focus on healthcare development. If the government has truly improved medical services, that's a strong point to campaign on. Infrastructure and health are key issues everywhere, not just in India.
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Vikram M
The Meti family has a legacy here. Giving the ticket to Umesh is playing the sentimental card. But will he be his own leader or just follow the old ways? Young blood should bring new ideas, not old politics. 🤔

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