The Congress' victory in Karnataka has re-established its hold on the opposition, and its hyper-localized, dole-focused strategy of connecting with voters has potential as a template for future polls. The party connected with voters through its Bharat Jodo Yatra, while effectively exploiting anti-incumbency against the BJP. The win was "a decisive victory" for the Congress, suggesting that BJP can be defeated if opposed positively with strategy and local leadership.
