Bengaluru, 1 Oct

BJP on Tuesday announced the candidature of Kishore Kumar Puttur for by-election to the Karnataka Legislative Council from Dakshina Kannada Local Authorities' Constituency.

The bypoll, necessitated following the election of former minister and senior BJP leader Kota Srinivasa Poojary to Lok Sabha, will be held on 21 October. The ruling Congress is yet to announce its nominee.

Congratulating Puttur, state BJP President BY Vijayendra said: "BJP always emphasised on social justice. In this regard, by selecting Kishore Kumar Puttur, who belongs to the most backward community, as a candidate, the party leaders have shown commitment to social justice and political representation for the underprivileged communities.”

The last date for filing nominations is 3 October, and scrutiny will take place on October 4. October 7 will be the last date for withdrawal of nominations. Votes will be counted on 24 October. —PTI