The Economic Times

Congress gets rebel off its way in Davanagere South after getting SDPI to back down in Manjeshwar

Congress secured crucial withdrawals in Davanagere South and Kerala. Rebel candidate Sadique Pailwan stepped aside for the official candidate in Davanagere South. In Kerala, the SDPI withdrew its nominee in Manjeshwar. These moves aim to prevent vote splits and bolster the United Democratic Front's chances against the BJP in upcoming polls.