By-Elections: Congress announced candidates for Davangere South, Bagalkot constituency
For the upcoming by-elections in Karnataka scheduled for April 9, 2026, the Congress party has finalized its candidates following internal deliberations.
By-Elections: Following intensive internal discussions and pressure from various factions, the Congress party has officially confirmed its candidates for the upcoming by-elections in Karnataka.
The nomination process concluded amidst significant competition, particularly regarding the balance between family legacy and community representation. For the upcoming by-elections in Karnataka scheduled for April 9, 2026, the Congress party has finalized its candidates following internal deliberations.
Congress Candidates for By-election:
Davangere South: Samarth Shamanur
He is the son of Horticulture Minister S.S. Mallikarjun and the grandson of the late veteran leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa. His candidacy marks the entry of the third generation of the Shamanur family into active politics.
Bagalkot: Umesh Meti
He is the son of the late former Minister H.Y. Meti. The party chose him following discussions to ensure family consensus after the seat was vacated due to his father’s passing.
Opposition (BJP) Candidates:
Davangere South: Srinivas T. Dasakariyappa (State vice-president of the BJP ST Morcha).
Bagalkot: Veerabhadrayya Charantimath (Former MLA).
Last Date for Nominations: March 23, 2026
Last Date for Withdrawal: March 26, 2026
Polling Date: April 9, 2026
Results/Counting: May 4, 2026
