Overview
- Karnataka Deputy CM D. K. Shivakumar called himself a “disciplined soldier” and ruled out any upheaval this month, saying he will follow whatever the party decides.
- He said there have been no discussions with him on a cabinet reshuffle and affirmed that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would serve his full term if the leadership so directs.
- Siddaramaiah has maintained that changes will be considered only after the Bihar results, and reports indicate he plans a November 15 visit to Delhi to seek approval for a reshuffle.
- Congress operatives have started gathering legislators’ views, with strategist Sunil Kanugol preparing an internal assessment for top leaders.
- The BJP mocked the uncertainty with an AI “musical chairs” video, while JD(S) leader H. D. Kumaraswamy said he does not expect a change in the chief minister’s post.