Karnataka is to go for elections in 2023. The BJP-ruled state is in a fluid state, governance of the BJP has so far not satisfied people in general, the horse-trading also affected the credibility of leaders source says. Congress party is also divided between ex-CM, Siddaramaiah and D V Shivakumar source say. Recently Rahul Gandhi attended the state political committee and appealed to all party workers and leaders to work unitedly. Source says detailed discussions on organizational setup and strategy for future were also carried out. Rahul Gandhi also visited Sri Murughamatha and took Ordination of Lingayat in presence of leaders source says. Approximately 17% of Lingayats are in the state and are traditionally BJP supporters source says.