Leadership Shuffle: Karnataka Politics in Flux

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's political future is under scrutiny following comments from his son, Yathindra. Speculation about a leadership change is spurred by Yathindra's remarks about Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi as a potential successor. Deputy CM D K Shivakumar remains a contender, but party dynamics seem unresolved.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 23-10-2025 19:51 IST | Created: 23-10-2025 19:51 IST
Leadership Shuffle: Karnataka Politics in Flux
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There is growing speculation about a leadership change within Karnataka's ruling Congress, stirred by recent remarks from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's son, Yathindra.

Yathindra indicated that Siddaramaiah is nearing the end of his political career, hinting that Public Works Minister Satish Jarkiholi could be a compatible successor based on ideological alignment.

While Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, a strong contender for the top post, refrained from immediate comment, Jarkiholi asserted his commitment, stating he will bid for the chief minister position in 2028, subject to the party's final decision.

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