Karnataka Power Shift: Siddaramaiah Resigns as DK Shivakumar Prepares to Lead

Outgoing Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, meets Congress leaders after tendering his resignation. Discussions focus on forming the next government, including cabinet reshuffles and deputy roles. Governor Gehlot accepts the resignation, with Siddaramaiah continuing until a new government is formed under DK Shivakumar's potential leadership.

In a significant political development in Karnataka, outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met with top Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi, in the national capital, just a day after resigning from his post. Accompanied by the state's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Congress in-charge Randeep Surjewala, the discussions centered around forming the next government.

The meeting addressed key issues such as finalizing Rajya Sabha candidates, nominations for the Legislative Council, and potential cabinet reshuffles ahead of the new government's swearing-in. Sources suggest that several ministers from Siddaramaiah's cabinet may not secure positions in the anticipated DK Shivakumar-led government.

Meanwhile, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has accepted Siddaramaiah's resignation and dissolved the Cabinet. Despite stepping down, Siddaramaiah confirmed that Congress maintains a clear majority in the legislative assembly. As the transition progresses, DK Shivakumar is seen as a likely candidate to lead the next administration.