Amid speculation of a leadership change in Karnataka, State Home Minister G. Parameshwara stated that party leaders will respect the Congress high command’s decision. He mentioned that Randeep Singh Surjewala, the party’s General Secretary and Karnataka in-charge, will address the media to provide clarity on the issue. Parameshwara emphasized their commitment to following the high command’s directives, particularly regarding candidate selections for upcoming elections.
Parameshwara revealed that Surjewala would meet with party leaders in Bengaluru before briefing the media on the leadership change matter. He clarified that no political discussions occurred during a recent dinner at Minister K.J. George’s residence. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reportedly plans to resign after a breakfast meeting with Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and a subsequent visit to Raj Bhavan.
Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar is scheduled to meet with CM Siddaramaiah, heightening speculation about the state’s political future. Shivakumar’s office confirmed the breakfast meeting at Siddaramaiah’s residence in Bengaluru. After the meeting, both leaders are expected to address the media to address ongoing rumors about the leadership change.
