Amid swirling rumors of leadership changes in Karnataka, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is scheduled to have a breakfast meeting with CM Siddaramaiah, adding fuel to political speculations. The meeting is set to take place at Siddaramaiah’s residence in Bengaluru.
Shivakumar’s office confirmed the breakfast meeting, with him flying in from Delhi to Bengaluru for the meeting. Following the breakfast, both leaders are expected to address the media to address the ongoing leadership change rumors. The meeting comes in the backdrop of intense speculation regarding a rotational chief ministership or power-sharing agreement.
CM Siddaramaiah has reportedly been requested by Rahul Gandhi to step down to pave the way for Shivakumar’s elevation as Chief Minister. Despite claims of readiness to resign, Siddaramaiah’s camp faces opposition from a group of ministers and supporters who insist he should not step down. The Congress high command is said to have offered Siddaramaiah a significant role in national politics and the post of Deputy Chief Minister for his son.
Sources suggest that Siddaramaiah might host a dinner meeting for cabinet ministers and legislators before officially announcing his decision on Thursday. The day’s events include Siddaramaiah’s participation in events marking former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru’s death anniversary, amidst ongoing leadership change speculations.
