In a significant political development in Karnataka, the Fakkireshwar Mutt seer, Jagadguru Fakira Dingaleshwar Mahaswami, has announced his decision to contest as an independent candidate from the Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency, specifically targeting the Hubli Dharwad area and positioning himself against the BJP. This move pits him against the candidates from the two national parties, including Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, and has stirred the political landscape, especially considering the seer's influence in the Lingayat community. Additionally, Karnataka BJP chief has urged Eshwarappa, a rebel leader, not to contest from Shivamogga, indicating internal dynamics within the party.
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#Karnataka | #FakkireshwarMutt seer, Jagadguru Fakira Dingaleshwar Mahaswami says, "I have decided to contest as an #independent candidate from the #Dharwad #LokSabha constituency. The two national parties have fielded their candidates from the constituency for the elections. The… https://t.co/lKAlq3Mqi7
Karnataka | Fakkireshwar Mutt seer, Jagadguru Fakira Dingaleshwar Mahaswami says, "I have decided to contest as an independent candidate from the Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency. The two national parties have fielded their candidates from the constituency for the elections." https://t.co/nkaUQ7oYX7
#Karnataka #BJP chief urges Eshwarappa not to contest from #Shivamogga. Rebel leader replies https://t.co/WceEUx1RGu https://t.co/9OsvExNkDo