Congress Gains Support in Davangere South Bypoll as Rebel Sadiq Pailwan Withdraws and Supports Candidate

Sadiq Pailwan, a rebel leader, withdraws from the Davangere South by-election and endorses Congress candidate Samarth Mallikerjun, strengthening the party's position. This move aims to consolidate anti-BJP votes and secure a victory for the Congress. The election outcome now hinges on voter response to this internal party realignment.