Karnataka Leadership Debate: Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar Meet as High Command Plans

Intense discussions surrounding the Chief Minister’s post in Karnataka’s Congress government persist, focusing on the rivalry between Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar. Amidst this, a breakfast meeting between the incumbent Chief Minister and the Deputy Chief Minister has garnered considerable attention. This development precedes a significant strategy group meeting scheduled for November 30, where national Congress leaders such as Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Rahul Gandhi will reportedly convene to address the Karnataka leadership situation. The meeting between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar is seen by many as a response to escalating rumors, including those surrounding an alleged rotational Chief Minister agreement from 2023. With the government having completed half its term, speculation is mounting over whether Shivakumar will be elevated to the Chief Minister’s position. Addressing these rumors, Shivakumar has indicated that he is not impatient for any changes and has not discussed Siddaramaiah’s replacement with the party’s central leadership. Both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar may also travel to Delhi for the upcoming strategy session, which is expected to offer clarity on the state’s political direction.