Cong Govt Vows All Karnataka Local Body Polls by 2026: Shivakumar

• Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar announced the Congress government's pledge to hold all local body elections in the state in 2026.
• Shivakumar, also state Congress president, previously indicated Zilla and Taluk Panchayat elections within 2-3 months.
• Applications are now open for party tickets for five city corporations under the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA).
• He highlighted the government's "good governance" in 2025, citing achievements like Global Investors Meet and irrigation projects.
• Shivakumar praised Home Minister G Parameshwara and police for effective management of Christmas and New Year celebrations.

Why It Matters: Karnataka's Congress government commits to conducting all local body elections by 2026, as stated by D K Shivakumar.