Crisis in Karnataka Congress over Chief Ministership still remains

Fresh escalations are likely after Bihar Assembly polls by year end

- BY KALYANI SHANKAR

he Karnataka Congress is facing challenges due to a power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Many in the party predict a potential change of guard. The growing speculation about Shivakumar replacing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. The ruling Congress is struggling with internal conflicts, lack of discipline, and factionalism among its members, adding to the crisis...

Rumours are gaining ground primarily as senior leaders, such as G. Parameshwara, have publicly acknowledged significant discontent within the party. While Siddaramaiah attempts to do some damage control, the Shivakumar camp is openly lobbying for a leadership change, claiming it could occur within the next three months.

The reason for the next three-month time limit is intriguing. Insiders claim that the power struggle is now in the open. Additionally, Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain, a staunch supporter of DK, has claimed that around 100 MLAs are in favour of a leadership change. DK, as the state party president, has issued disciplinary action against him. The Congress high command said there would be no change in leadership.. Although a temporary ceasefire may be in place, the potential for change remains.