In Karnataka, the ruling Congress improved its Lok Sabha seats from one to nine but conceded 19 to the BJP-JD(S) alliance. Despite winning the state Assembly last year, Congress couldn’t sway voters away from the BJP, partly due to the latter’s focus on “Modi guarantees.” Issues like inflation and unemployment didn’t yield significant voter traction. Notable winners include Union Ministers Pralhad Joshi and Shobha Karandlaje, while key losers include Union Minister Bhagwanth Khuba and expelled BJP leader K.S. Eshwarappa.
Karnataka Elections: Congress Sees Gains, Falls Short of Expectations
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