Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday filed his nomination papers for the Rajya Sabha election from Karnataka. The veteran leader submitted his papers at the office of the Returning Officer in Bengaluru, accompanied by senior party leaders and supporters.
Congress Fields Three Candidates
The Congress party has fielded three candidates for the Rajya Sabha seats from Karnataka. Along with Kharge, the party has nominated national spokesperson Pawan Khera and senior leader Mansoor Ali Khan. The election is scheduled to be held later this month.
Kharge's Political Journey
Mallikarjun Kharge, a former Karnataka Chief Minister and current Congress president, has been a prominent figure in Indian politics. His nomination for Rajya Sabha comes amid ongoing political developments in the state. Kharge has previously served as a Member of Parliament from Gulbarga and has held several key positions in the party.
Reactions from Party Leaders
Several Congress leaders expressed confidence in Kharge's candidature, stating that his experience and leadership will strengthen the party's presence in the Upper House. Karnataka Congress unit president D.K. Shivakumar and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah were among those present during the nomination filing.
The Rajya Sabha election in Karnataka is being closely watched as it will determine the representation of parties in the Upper House. The Congress hopes to secure the seats with the support of its alliance partners and independent members.
