Deputy CM DK Shivakumar aims to win Channapatna by-election for Congress amid JD(S) dominance.

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar aims to secure a win for Congress in the Channapatna by-election, despite the constituency's JD(S) dominance. He plans to be on the ballot regardless of the party's nominee, amid challenges in candidate selection. The Congress has not won this seat since 2004. Both Congress and JD(S) are expected to announce candidates by October 22-23, with by-polls scheduled for November 13.