The Election Commission (EC) of India has appointed IAS officer Vishal R. as the election observer for the biennial election of 2026 to the Karnataka Legislative Council from the Karnataka West Graduates’ Constituency.

Belagavi Divisional Commissioner and Returning Officer for the constituency, K.M. Janaki, said the observer would oversee the electoral process and receive complaints or grievances related to the election.

Members of the public and stakeholders can bring election-related grievances to Dr. Vishal’s notice through email at vishalravi@rediffmail.com or vishal.r@nic.in.

They may also contact liaison officer Mohammad Khairur, General Manager (Administration and Human Resources Development), Corporate Office, Gopankoppa, Hubballi, on 9164055006.

The Karnataka West Graduates’ Constituency covers the Dharwad, Gadag, Haveri, and Uttara Kannada districts. The election process is under way, with the last date for filing nominations scheduled for Tuesday, October 6.