Karnataka's Political Dynamics: Siddaramaiah's Full Term Speculation

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah confirmed his commitment to serve a full five-year term, addressing rumors of a leadership shift within the Congress party. His statement came amid ongoing speculation of a 'November revolution' under which Deputy CM D K Shivakumar could assume leadership following an alleged power-sharing agreement.

Siddaramaiah reassured the public and media, emphasizing that any decision rests with the Congress high command. Former minister K N Rajanna reaffirmed Siddaramaiah's indispensability to the party. While multiple candidates vie for leadership, the high command will decide. Siddaramaiah maintained that media curiosity fuels leadership change discourse.

Returning from a personal Delhi visit, Shivakumar mirrored Siddaramaiah's sentiments, dismissing further comment speculation. Despite unverified reports suggesting a rotational chief minister plan, Congress has not officially confirmed any such arrangements, maintaining a facade of unity within its Karnataka leadership.