In a decisive move, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has refuted rumors suggesting a leadership transition. He stated that there are no discussions within the party to replace him and clarified that there is no vacancy for the Chief Minister post. He echoed Deputy CM Shivakumar’s earlier statement and denied the existence of any ’50-50 formula’ for sharing the Chief Ministership, a topic that often appears in political discussions since the Congress’s return to power in 2023. Siddaramaiah underscored his commitment to following the high command’s directives, affirming his current role. This move is seen as an effort to stabilize the political landscape.
