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Karnataka Congress Leaders Trade Barbs Over 2024 Lok Sabha Election Loss

Bengaluru, December 24, 2025 – Tensions are flaring within the Karnataka Congress party as accusations of mishandling the 2024 Lok Sabha elections have surfaced. Former minister and Congress MLA K.N. Rajanna has directly blamed Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president D.K. Shivakumar for allegedly failing to prevent “vote theft” during the election, costing the party an estimated 8 to 10 seats.

In a letter addressed to Rahul Gandhi, Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rajanna claimed that Shivakumar’s oversight in the appointment of booth-level agents (BLAs) led to critical “lapses” that ultimately impacted the party’s performance.

Shivakumar responded to the allegations with a sarcastic remark at a press conference in Delhi, stating, “I don’t have enough experience; I will come back with adequate training.” This response is widely seen as a veiled jab at Rajanna’s criticism.

When pressed about the long-awaited Cabinet expansion in Karnataka, Shivakumar deferred to Chief Minister, stating, “Ask the Chief Minister; he is the suitable person to answer this question.”

The internal dispute highlights potential fissures within the ruling Congress party in Karnataka and raises questions about the accountability for the 2024 Lok Sabha election results. The matter is being closely watched by political observers.

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