Karnataka Power Play: Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar Meet Amidst CM Rumors

Karnataka’s Congress leadership is under scrutiny as the debate over the Chief Minister’s post continues between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar. The state government, led by the Congress, faces the challenge of managing these internal dynamics. Adding a layer of discussion, Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar recently convened for a breakfast meeting. This tête-à-tête comes at a time when the Congress high command is preparing to convene a strategy group meeting on November 30 to deliberate on the Karnataka situation, with national leaders like Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Rahul Gandhi expected to participate. The meeting between the current Chief Minister and his Deputy has drawn significant attention, particularly given the reported rotational Chief Minister arrangement that was allegedly agreed upon before the 2023 elections. Many are now questioning if Shivakumar will soon assume the Chief Minister’s role. However, Shivakumar has publicly stated that he is not pressing for any immediate changes and has not engaged in discussions with the party leadership regarding replacing Siddaramaiah. The situation remains fluid, with the November 30 meeting poised to be a pivotal moment for the Karnataka Congress.