Karnataka’s ruling Congress undergoes a leadership change after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah resigns and the Governor accepts the move. Multiple reports say the transition follows days of internal deliberations within the party and consultations at the state and national levels. Siddaramaiah meets Congress leadership in New Delhi shortly after stepping down, where discussions include the formation of the next state government and Siddaramaiah’s future role. Sources also note that the Congress Legislature Party is expected to meet to elect a new leader.
DK Shivakumar, the state Deputy Chief Minister, is widely described as the next Chief Minister, with reports indicating the party has agreed to the power shift. Accounts differ mainly on emphasis: some describe ongoing confirmation through Congress high command, while others treat Shivakumar’s elevation as effectively settled. Preparations for the government continue, including cabinet formation. A report in The Economic Times outlines an initial set of cabinet nominees and highlights the appointment of G. Parameshwara as Deputy Chief Minister, alongside senior and younger Congress figures across Karnataka’s regions.
