Panchayat polls in Karnataka likely in October-November, says Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister Eshwar Khandre

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Karnataka is expected to hold Panchayat polls in October-November as the majority of the 5,927 gram panchayats have completed their term. Currently, administrators manage more than 90% of these local bodies, signaling impending political activity in rural governance.

Karnataka has 5,927 gram panchayats and the term of office has ended in more than 90% of them, with administrators currently in charge