Overview

• Justice R. Devdas set aside the election of Congress MLA K.Y. Nanjegowda from Malur and directed the Election Commission of India to conduct a recount and declare results afresh within four weeks of receiving the judgment.
• The court stayed its own order for 30 days to allow Nanjegowda to approach the Supreme Court, leaving implementation contingent on any interim relief.
• The petition stemmed from a 2023 result decided by roughly 248 votes, with the BJP candidate alleging tabulation errors and inaction on his recount request.
• The High Court noted the District Election Officer’s failure to produce video recordings of the counting process despite summons and asked the ECI to consider action against the official.
• After the recount, authorities must follow the prescribed procedures for a fresh declaration of results, as directed by the court.