The return of Krishna has certainly boosted the chance of Congress in Karnataka. It is sure to win the next elections with thumping majority brushing aside the lack lusture BJP and Gowdas. Congress has support from Muslims, Dalits, Christians and upper caste too. Whereas BJP which relies heavily on industrial houses, this time will draw blank from them too as they will not bet on the losing horse.The Gowdas will be no where near in comparison with the Congress and its powerful allies.Congress on its part must first set out the priorities and prepare a manifesto that will spell doom to the BJP and allies. They must learn a lesson from Karunanidhi.What they should include in the manifesto is waiver of all farm loans. This will help farmers who will rally round the congress. Secondly, they should try to offer some concessions like reservations to muslims and christians similar to one granted by YSR of AP and Karunanidhi of Tamilnadu.This will bring muslims and christians closer to Congress and blank the Safron brigade.Development of the state must be another plank in the manifesto. If possible offer rice at Rs.2 per kg as was offered by Karunanidhi and YSR.This will solve the problems of the lower class people.The Self Help Group should be given utmost importnce in the manifesto as they will form the core group in rural development and future of the rural credit.These groups are doing well in AP and Tamilnadu and it should be allowed free hand in Karnataka too.This is best optio
