'Siddaramaiah compromised': His predecessor's big claim amid CM change buzz in Karnataka
Speculation about a leadership change in Karnataka continues as former Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai claims current CM Siddaramaiah is 'compromised'. Despite Congress leaders denying any rift, the buzz around Siddaramaiah stepping down persists. The party is reportedly trying to transition him into a Rajya Sabha role amid upcoming elections.
- ▪Basavaraj Bommai, the former chief minister, accused Siddaramaiah of manipulation in his rise to power.
- ▪Congress leaders met to discuss the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, fueling speculation about Siddaramaiah's potential resignation.
- ▪Siddaramaiah remains hesitant to hand over power to his deputy, DK Shivakumar.
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'Siddaramaiah compromised': His predecessor's big claim amid CM change buzz in KarnatakaBasavaraj Bommai was the chief minister of Karnataka before Siddaramaiah, when the BJP was in power in the southern state.Published on: May 27, 2026 1:00 PM ISTEdited by Poorva JoshiShare viaCopy link Despite the Congress denying speculation of leadership change in Karnataka and calling the recent party huddle in Delhi “routine”, speculation regarding chief minister Siddaramaiah stepping down continues to gain steam.
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