Veena says she will contest as an Independent if Congress does not drop Samyukta by tomorrow - The Hindu

Key Players

Veena Kashappanavar, wife of Congress MLA Vijayanand Kashappanavar, is upset with the party's selection of Samyukta Patil for the Lok Sabha elections. She claims the party is treating her unfairly. Samyukta Patil is the daughter of Minister Shivanand Patil.

The Dispute

Veena Kashappanavar intends to contest the Bagalkot parliamentary seat as an independent if the Congress party doesn't change its candidate by March 28th. She cited a lack of support from senior leaders and claims to have significant support among her followers.

Potential Outcomes

If the party doesn't replace Samyukta Patil, Veena Kashappanavar will resign from her position within the Congress party and run independently, though her husband will remain a Congress MLA. Minister Shivanand Patil hopes to resolve the matter peacefully.

Background

This conflict follows earlier internal disagreements within the Congress party over candidate selection. Samyukta Patil's candidacy has been controversial, with some questioning her qualifications while others highlight her success as a young lawyer.

Other Details

• Veena Kashappanavar's followers protested outside the Congress office to show their displeasure.
• Samyukta Patil's constituency is reserved for Scheduled Castes.