Overview
- C. N. Manje Gowda publicly alleged that Chamundeshwari MLA G. T. Deve Gowda engaged in anti-party activities, citing his purported support for BJP’s Raghu Kautilya in a local council race and playing a 2024 Dasara speech recording.
- G. T. Deve Gowda said he remains committed to JD(S) and intends to contest again from Chamundeshwari on the party ticket.
- The MLA attributed his reduced party visibility to feeling ‘hurt’ and to focusing on development work in a constituency he says lacks basic infrastructure.
- A section of JD(S) leaders in Mysuru has discussed replacing him for the next Assembly election, and former minister S. R. Mahesh stated he would run from Chamundeshwari if the party asks.
- A local report said party discussions have explored fielding Mahesh in 2028, though JD(S) has announced no formal change in candidature.