Karnataka Government Commits to Holding Bengaluru Civic Polls by June 30 Deadline

The Karnataka government, led by Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has committed to conducting the long-delayed civic elections for Bengaluru's five new corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority by the Supreme Court's June 30 deadline. The State Election Commission is preparing the final voter list and addressing reservation concerns, including women's representation. Political parties, especially Congress, are actively preparing for the polls amid competition from BJP and JD(S). Shivakumar expressed confidence in Congress's prospects and dismissed alliance concerns between opposition parties.