Sir — The BJP’s triumph represents the continuation of a three-and-a-half-decade trend in Karnataka’s politics. Since 1983, the State has witnessed regular alternation in power.
Irrespective of the Government’s performance, Kannadigas seem unwilling to stick with any ruling dispensation for too long. No matter what, the Congress’ desire to extend its reign by another five years had to be an uphill task.
With Bengaluru gone, the Congress has shrunk further on the political map of the country. However, the Karnataka win has given the BJP reason to celebrate. The Congress has yet another reason for consternation. Notwithstanding the Karnataka verdict, the 2019 race is not a foregone conclusion