Following late-night discussions to address the resignation issue, Minister for Water Resources and eight-time MLA from Bengaluru, Ramalinga Reddy, confirmed on Saturday that the matter is being resolved. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar held a two-hour meeting with Reddy at a private hotel, indicating progress in resolving the situation. Ramalinga Reddy had earlier announced his resignation, citing concerns over the allocation of the Bengaluru Urban portfolio by Chief Minister Shivakumar.
When questioned about the withdrawal of his resignation, Minister Reddy mentioned that discussions with the Chief Minister were held late at night, expressing optimism for a positive outcome. Despite acknowledging previous assurances regarding the portfolio, Reddy stated that no concrete explanation was provided during the meeting. AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala is expected to meet with Reddy to address the situation further.
In response to the ongoing developments, Chief Minister Shivakumar emphasized the internal resolution of issues within the Karnataka Congress, highlighting the importance of unity and dialogue among party members. Shivakumar reassured that the party would address any differences through internal discussions, portraying the situation as a typical aspect of political dynamics. When pressed about the resolution of Reddy’s concerns, Shivakumar remained cautious in his response, indicating ongoing deliberations within the party.
