Siddaramaiah to stay CM? Big remark by Karnataka Congress leader amid power tussle
Karnataka Congress leader BK Hariprasad has expressed support for Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, asserting that he will complete his five-year term. This statement comes amid ongoing speculation about a potential leadership change within the party. Hariprasad dismissed rumors as misinformation spread by the BJP and emphasized the need for serious allegations for any leadership reconsideration.
- ▪BK Hariprasad backed Siddaramaiah, stating he was chosen for a full five-year term.
- ▪Hariprasad accused the BJP of spreading false narratives to disrupt Karnataka's political stability.
- ▪The Congress leadership is reportedly discussing various political matters, including potential leadership changes.
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Siddaramaiah to stay CM? Big remark by Karnataka Congress leader amid power tussleKarnataka MLC BK Hariprasad backed Siddaramaiah and said he had been selected to serve a full five-year term and would continue leading the state.Updated on: May 26, 2026 1:47 PM ISTBy HT News DeskShare viaCopy link Senior Congress leader and Karnataka MLC BK Hariprasad on Tuesday dismissed speculation over a possible change in leadership in Karnataka amid the ongoing meeting between the party leadership and state leaders in New Delhi, accusing the "BJP's troll army" of spreading misleading information.Since Congress returned to power in Karnataka in 2023, reports of discussions around a possible leadership change have surfaced repeatedly.
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