In the midst of the leadership dispute within the Karnataka Congress, Home Minister G. Parameshwara has deferred any decision on his aspirations to become Chief Minister, stating that the high command will make the final call. Parameshwara, backed by the Siddaramaiah faction as a potential CM candidate in case of leadership changes, emphasized that the party’s high command holds the authority in such matters.
Addressing reporters in Mysuru, Parameshwara clarified that neither himself, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, nor Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar can unilaterally determine leadership transitions. He stressed the importance of stable governance under Siddaramaiah’s leadership until the high command decides otherwise, highlighting the need for continuity in leadership for stability.
While supporters have vocalized their hopes for Parameshwara to be the next CM, he reiterated that such decisions are beyond individual desires and rest solely with the party’s high command. Parameshwara emphasized the need for adherence to the party’s directives and maintained that any speculation on leadership changes should await official decisions.
