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Karnataka Congress: No Leadership Change for Now, Says Yathindra Siddaramaiah

The remark reflects high-command efforts to steady the party following midterm speculation over a power-sharing arrangement.

Overview

  • Yathindra Siddaramaiah said the Congress high command has conveyed that, as of now, there will be no change in Karnataka's leadership.
  • Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reiterated he will follow whatever the party decides, and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar voiced a cautious response.
  • The party leadership recently directed the CM and deputy CM to hold breakfast meetings at each other's homes to signal unity.
  • Talk of a reshuffle grew after the government crossed its halfway mark, with references to an alleged 2023 power-sharing understanding and a loyalist saying any decision would come at the right time.
  • Leader of Opposition R Ashoka warned the public debate was hurting administration, citing confusing remarks by some Congress leaders and raising the matter in the Assembly.