Power Struggle Unfolds in Karnataka Congress: Shivakumar's Accidental Rise?
A leadership dispute within Karnataka's ruling Congress party has intensified, with Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar's supporters strategizing for his elevation to the top state post. Although Shivakumar denies involvement, discussions among MLAs focus on resolving the leadership confusion, potentially affecting the party's future electoral prospects.
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The internal power struggle within the ruling Congress in Karnataka has taken a new turn, as supporters of Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar converged at a private hotel to strategize his ascension to Chief Minister.
Organized by Magadi MLA H C Balakrishna, the gathering aimed to address the ongoing confusion over power sharing and ensure party unity. Balakrishna suggested the need for intervention from the high command to resolve the leadership dispute.
As the budget session of the Karnataka legislature approaches, tensions rise with some MLAs advocating for Shivakumar to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, amid speculations of a prior power-sharing agreement between the two leaders.
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