Power Dinners: Political Moves in Karnataka's Congress

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's attendance at a dinner hosted by Minister Satish Jarkiholi sparks speculations amid ongoing power tussle within the Congress party. The meetings, coinciding with the state legislature's winter session, highlight potential political maneuverings as the Congress marks halfway through its term.

Karnataka's political landscape witnessed a flurry of speculations as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, joined by prominent ministers, attended a dinner organized by senior colleague Satish Jarkiholi. The gathering at Jarkiholi's residence ignites further discussion amid a perceived power struggle within the Congress over the Chief Ministerial post.

Figures close to Siddaramaiah, including ministers Parameshwara, Mahadevappa, Zameer Ahmed Khan, and Sudhakar, as well as legislators Ponnanna and Naseer Ahmed, were present. Notably, Deputy CM D K Shivakumar struck a dismissive tone, questioning why dinners should attract controversy.

With Congress reaching the midpoint of its tenure, rumors of power-sharing arrangements between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar surface again. The dinner, alongside breakfast meetings held by top figures, reflects the intricate political choreography in Karnataka's ruling party.

(With inputs from agencies.)