As Karnataka appeared headed for a hung Assembly today with the BJP set to emerge as the single largest party but falling short of a majority, the Congress today sprang a surprise, declaring it will back the also-ran JD(S) in forming the government.
Seeking to throw a spanner in the BJP's works as the party appeared tantalisingly close to the magic figure of 112, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced Congress's support to the JD(S).
Emerging from a huddle with senior Congress leaders, including Ghulam Nabi Azad, Siddaramaiah said,"We have decided that the Congress will extend support to the JD(S) to form the government. That's the best way to keep the BJP out (of power)."
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