A close analysis shows BJP has transferred votes to JDS in southern Karnataka to defeat Congress. However, with a direct fight in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh (MP) and Chhattisgarh, Congress may emerge as a formidable foe as was the case in Gujarat.BJP is said to be on a comparatively safer wicket in Chhattisgarh but may find the going tough in MP and Rajasthan where the anti-incumbency is said to be high. Chouhan and Chhattisgarh CM Raman Singh have always kept the RSS in good humour in their respective states. Raje has always sought a free hand in ticket distribution and appointment of office-bearers but has run into difficulties with RSS in the state. Known for providing good law and order in her previous term as CM, she has failed to do so this time.

Source: Economic Times May 28, 2018 02:15 UTC