Vinod Asuti files nomination papers, takes out roadshow in Dharwad - The Hindu

Congress Candidate Files Nomination

Congress candidate Vinod Asuti filed his nomination papers for the Dharwad Lok Sabha constituency in Karnataka, India. His filing was accompanied by a large roadshow with many party leaders and supporters.

Roadshow and Supporters

The event included a significant display of support, with numerous party leaders and a large crowd participating. The roadshow began from Shivaji Circle in Dharwad.

Contrast with BJP

This contrasted with BJP candidate Pralhad Joshi's earlier nomination filing. Congress leaders criticized Joshi for campaigning on Prime Minister Modi's name.

Political Commentary

Congress leaders expressed confidence in their candidate's win and criticized the BJP's record. They highlighted an alleged anti-BJP wave in the state.

• Congress leaders present: Santosh Lad, Prasad Abbayya, Saleem Ahmed, A.M. Hindasgeri, N.H. Konaraddi, Kusumavati Shivalli, Anilkumar Patil, Altaf Halwoor, and Vijay Kulkarni.
• Congress emphasized their own candidate's merits while criticizing BJP's reliance on Prime Minister Modi's image.