'All 140 MLAs are mine': DK Shivakumar on Karnataka CM post; Siddaramaiah responds | Bengaluru News - The Times of India
A fresh political buzz started in Karnataka after Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar remarked that all 140 Congress MLAs were “with him,” triggering speculation about a possible claim to the Chief Minister’s post. His comments came at a time when the Congress government is nearing the halfway mark of its term. While speaking to reporters, Shivakumar insisted that he was committed to the party and not seeking positions. However, his statement fuelled curiosity within the state’s political circles. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah responded calmly, saying there was no confusion regarding leadership and that the Congress government remained united. He noted that the party high command would decide on leadership matters, dismissing rumours of tension. The exchange has once again highlighted the long-standing rivalry between the two senior leaders, even though both publicly maintain that there is no internal conflict. Supporters of both leaders, however, continue to watch the situation closely.
The Key points
- DK Shivakumar said all 140 Congress MLAs support him.
- His remark triggered speculation on the Chief Minister’s post.
- The Congress government is approaching its mid-term phase.
- Shivakumar insisted he isn’t demanding any leadership role.
- Siddaramaiah clarified there is no confusion within the party.
- CM said the high command will decide leadership matters.
- Congress leaders publicly deny internal rivalry.
- Political observers see renewed tension between the two camps.
- Supporters of both leaders closely track the developments.
- The issue revived debate on leadership balance in Karnataka.
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