Battleground States
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BJP’s street-fighters in coastal Karnataka want a share in power
The Billavas have been steadfast supporters of the BJP’s Hindutva project. But a younger generation is growing disenchanted with the party.
TA Ameerudheen
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In Pawar stronghold Baramati, an election battle that reflects why Maharashtra is a challenge
With the party split and a new symbol to contest on, three-time MP Supriya Sule is up against Sunetra Pawar of the Ajit Pawar-led faction.
Smitha Nair