Congress leaders in New Delhi are holding talks over the Karnataka government’s next phase, as speculation continues about whether Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will be replaced or shifted to a national role. Multiple reports say Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar meet senior party leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, and later discuss matters at Sonia Gandhi’s residence. The discussions center on cabinet composition, ministerial berths, and deputy chief minister arrangements, with some reporting that caste balance and the possibility of multiple deputy chief ministers are part of the agenda.
While some outlets describe proposals connected to Rajya Sabha nominations and the broader role Siddaramaiah could play, Congress officials publicly deny any imminent change. Economic Times reports General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala says no decision has been taken and no legislature party meeting has been called. Other reports say Siddaramaiah indicates he prefers to remain in Bengaluru rather than take up Rajya Sabha politics, even as party leaders explore options.
Several outlets also frame the exercise as an effort to maintain stability and avoid an internal political breakdown, with the swearing-in of the next chief minister reportedly scheduled for Wednesday and discussions continuing to finalize the full minister list.
