Leadership Shake-Up Looms in Karnataka: Congress High Command to Decide

Karnataka’s Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar are in New Delhi to meet the Congress high command amid speculations of a leadership change. Meeting details remain undisclosed, but issues like Rajya Sabha elections and potential cabinet reshuffles are expected to be addressed.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar arrived in New Delhi on Tuesday for a critical meeting with the Congress high command. The leadership discussion has fueled speculations about potential changes in the state's administration.

The high-level gathering at Indira Bhawan will involve Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. As they left his residence, Deputy CM Shivakumar remarked, "Going to the first Karnataka Bhawan and will take part in the meeting," without providing further details.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge refrained from responding to inquiries on leadership changes or the agenda of the meeting. Meanwhile, Minister MB Patil mentioned that only Rahul Gandhi has the details, adding that topics could range from Rajya Sabha elections to cabinet reshuffles.

Karnataka MLA C Puttarangashetty expressed trust in the high command's decision-making, affirming his allegiance to Siddaramaiah while acknowledging possible future changes. Discussions are expected to address clarity on the Chief Ministerial position among other key matters.