Exit polls predict a near-sweep for the BJP in Karnataka, but in the rest of the southern states, Congress’ alliances and regional powers set for big wins.
BJP is expected to win 8 of the 10 seats in the state, which if it does, will be a vindication of its policy to field non-Jat candidates in Jat-centric seats.
Exit poll forecasts no surprise after AAP & Congress decided to contest separately when prolonged seat-sharing talks failed, handing the advantage to BJP.
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