Stage is set for 'Operation Lotus' in Karnataka. If sources are to be believed, as many as 14 Congress Mlas are likely to switch loyalties and aligned with the BJP. Resort politics is in full play - all these cong mlas have been lodged in renaissance hotel in Powai and are being staunchly guarded by cops. One MLA from Chincholi in Karnataka was also spotted in Maharashtra, confirming the news. Talks are on to pitch the Chincholi MLA, against Mallikarjun Kharge, in Gulbarga. Meanwhile, in Karnataka, cong held a hurried meeting with its MLAs, but downplayed it by saying it was a routine meet.