In Karnataka, the verification of nominations for three assembly constituencies set for by-elections was completed today, with 64 candidates remaining in the fray after the Election Commission rejected 24 nominations.

Channapatna has the highest number of candidates at 38, followed by Shiggaon with 19, and Sandur with 7. The last date for withdrawal of nominations is October 30, with elections scheduled for November 13, and results to be announced on November 23.