Karnataka Congress Power Struggle: Legislators Backing Shivakumar Flock to Delhi

Amidst the ongoing power struggle within Karnataka's ruling Congress party, legislators supporting Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar are heading to New Delhi to meet with the party's high command. The leadership tension arises as the party nears its term midpoint, with potential implications for CM Siddaramaiah's position.

In a move signaling a deepening power struggle within Karnataka's ruling Congress party, several legislators backing Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar have traveled to New Delhi. They seek to engage Congress high command leaders amid speculations about a change in the Chief Minister's seat.

The political maneuvering occurs as the party marks its halfway point in office, amid rumors of an alleged power-sharing agreement between CM Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar. Sources reported that the latest delegation of at least six legislators arrived in the capital on Sunday night, with more expected to follow.

AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge plans to travel to Delhi as Congress leader Rahul Gandhi returns from abroad. The internal contention involves contrasting goals: CM Siddaramaiah advocates for a Cabinet reshuffle, while Shivakumar aims to initiate a leadership shift.

(With inputs from agencies.)