CM all set for high-stakes showdown on his visit to Delhi

IN what is shaping up to be a politically charged face-off, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is set to land in New Delhi on Monday for a three-day mission -- one that could escalate tensions between the state and the BJP-led Union Government.

- BANSY KALAPPA @Bengaluru

With a packed schedule and simmering grievances, the visit is being closely watched for its potential to reset Centre-state dynamics. The CM is expected to meet President Droupadi Murmu and raise the issue of crucial state bills being held up at the Rashtrapati Bhavan because of a conflict with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. The standoff, which the state government claims has paralysed decision-making, will be flagged at this high-level interaction.