Mysuru, March 29 -- Ministers G.T. Devegowda and S.R. Mahesh of JD(S) conspicuous by their absence

The first preliminary coordination meeting of Congress-JD(S) leaders and party workers to chalk out winning strategies for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections for Mysuru-Kodagu Parliamentary seat began in city this morning. The meeting was chaired by former Chief Minister Siddharamaiah, who is also the head of the State-level Coordination Committee for the coalition government.

The meeting began at Gayathri Convention Hall near Moulana Abul Kalam Azad Circle (popular as Highway Circle) on New Sayyaji Rao road and more than 1,500 party workers attended.

Interestingly, while all top Congress leaders were present, JD(S) leaders Mysuru District...