In Haryana, where polling is being held for two seats, Union minister Birender Singh from BJP is assured of a comfortable win. A candidate needs 41 votes to win. A candidate in Madhya Pradesh needs 58 votes for victory. The BJP has 43 MLAs on its own and enjoys the support of six more MLAs of its allies. Karnataka, where four seats are up for grab, is poised to witness a battle between the ruling Congress and the JD(S).

Source: Mint June 11, 2016 06:04 UTC