No Changes in Karnataka Leadership: CM Siddaramaiah Dismisses Rumors

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has dismissed speculation of a leadership change or cabinet reshuffle in the state, following a dinner hosted by Minister Satish Jarkiholi. Rumors suggested a shift in Congress leadership, potentially involving Deputy CM D K Shivakumar, but these claims were ultimately refuted.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday quashed all rumors regarding an imminent change of guard or a cabinet reshuffle in the state. Addressing the media, he categorically stated there was no leadership change planned.

The speculation surfaced after Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi hosted a dinner for Siddaramaiah and his cabinet members on Thursday. The gathering, absent Deputy CM D K Shivakumar, fueled rumors of Shivakumar being replaced as Congress state president.

Despite these assertions, CM Siddaramaiah reiterated that the dinner was a social affair with no political agenda. Meanwhile, BJP MP Jagadish Shettar suggested underlying party tensions were signified by the event, though these were denied by state ministers.