Voting for Karnataka Legislative Council polls begins June 18

Voting has commenced for seven seats in the Karnataka Legislative Council in Bengaluru. The ruling Congress party is expected to secure a majority in the Upper House following the results.
Why it matters
The outcome of these elections will determine the legislative balance of power in the Indian state of Karnataka, impacting the ruling party's ability to pass state-level policies.
Polling for seven seats in the Karnataka Legislative Council began in the Vidhan Soudha in Bengaluru on June 18.
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