Karnataka Leaders Unite Amidst Government Power Struggle

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy D K Shivakumar demonstrated unity amidst leadership row speculation during a joint press conference. They emphasized there were no differences, following a breakfast meeting to discuss Congress's future plans and strategies for the 2028 assembly polls.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar appeared together in a show of unity amidst ongoing speculation about a leadership dispute. The leaders assured that there were no differences between them and pledged continued collaboration in the future.

The joint appearance followed a breakfast meeting, organized at the request of the Congress high command, aiming to resolve tensions threatening stability within the 2.5-year-old Congress government. The discussions centered on strategies for the 2028 assembly polls and measures to counter potential moves by the opposition BJP, including a no-confidence motion.

Both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar emphasized their commitment to the party's vision, with plans to fight upcoming elections under leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. The meeting coincided with Siddaramaiah's assertion that he would hold the Chief Minister position for a full term, despite prior arrangements hinting at Shivakumar's elevation.

(With inputs from agencies.)