Amid official denials, sources say Congress high command nudges Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to come to the Rajya Sabha
Leadership changes in Karnataka's Congress party may be on the horizon as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has been offered a Rajya Sabha seat. Official sources have downplayed speculation about a leadership change, but discussions among party leaders suggest otherwise. The final decision on leadership and other key issues is still pending as the party navigates its current political landscape.
- ▪The Congress high command has offered Chief Minister Siddaramaiah a seat in the Rajya Sabha for the upcoming elections.
- ▪Officially, party leaders dismissed any talk of leadership change, stating discussions were focused on candidate selection.
- ▪Sources indicate that any leadership change would require Siddaramaiah's agreement due to his significant support among OBCs.
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Leadership change in Karnataka appeared imminent, after it emerged on Tuesday that the Congress high command has offered Chief Minister Siddaramaiah a seat in the Rajya Sabha as a candidate in the forthcoming elections.Whether or not Mr. Siddaramaiah agrees to be a candidate for the June 18 Rajya Sabha polls or not, sources closes him indicated that he is likely to announce his decision on May 28. His deputy D.K. Shivakumar has been an aspirant for the post ever since the Congress government reached half-year-mark in November 2025. However, Mr. Siddaramaiah need not resign immediately, sources said.Official lineOfficially, party general secretary (organisation) K.C.
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