Karnataka elections: Voting begins with extended time

India News: Voting has begun in the high-stake elections in Karnataka amid elaborate security.

Polling in the state started at 7 am and would continue till 6 pm today for the 223 assembly seats. Election in the Periyapatna constituency, which is 70 kms from Mysore, was postponed to May 28 following the death of BJP candidate. There are nearly 3000 candidates in the fray for the 225-strong Assembly; 224 MLAs are elected and one is nominated.