No Leadership Change in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah's Son Confirms Stability

Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of Karnataka's Chief Minister, confirmed there would be no change in the state's leadership. Despite speculation of a power shift prompted by a power-sharing agreement from 2023, both Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM Shivakumar reaffirmed their commitment to the party's directives, ensuring stability.

Yathindra Siddaramaiah, the son of Karnataka's Chief Minister, reiterated on Thursday that there will be no leadership change in the state. The Congress MLC dismissed rumors of a power tussle, emphasizing the leadership's stability despite recent speculations.

Concerns about a potential shift in power had arisen after the Congress government crossed the halfway point of its five-year mandate on November 20. The talks of an alleged power-sharing deal between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy, Shivakumar, dating back to 2023, further fueled uncertainties.

In response, both leaders held strategic breakfast meetings under the party high command's guidance, signaling unity and confirming Siddaramaiah's position as chief minister. Yathindra pronounced that the high command's decision is clear, shutting down any rumors of a change.

(With inputs from agencies.)