The Karnataka Congress crisis is intensifying as Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s brother, former Congress MP D.K. Suresh, expressed confidence in Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s commitment to a power-sharing arrangement. This situation took a serious turn when Deputy CM Shivakumar reiterated in Delhi that discussions with Siddaramaiah had occurred in the presence of national leaders, promising to reveal details later. D.K. Suresh, speaking in Bengaluru, affirmed his belief that Siddaramaiah would honor his commitment despite potential delays.
In response to queries about potential leadership changes and D.K. Suresh’s remarks, Siddaramaiah urged the media to refrain from repetitive questioning on the subject. He emphasized that decisions from the high command must be respected by both himself and Shivakumar, leaving the matter to the party leadership. Siddaramaiah expressed frustration with continuous inquiries about leadership changes, emphasizing that he would comply with directives from the high command.
Addressing questions about legislators traveling to New Zealand and Australia, Siddaramaiah clarified that these trips were self-funded by MLAs and MLCs. He also mentioned ongoing meetings with various departments and the forthcoming announcement of the Budget date. Meanwhile, in Delhi, Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar hinted at forthcoming revelations regarding his discussions with the Chief Minister, emphasizing the importance of timing.
Shivakumar’s loyalists are now openly calling for the high command’s intervention to resolve the leadership confusion in Karnataka. The Deputy Chief Minister himself publicly acknowledged a mutual understanding with CM Siddaramaiah in the presence of national leaders, adding to the significance of the unfolding developments.
