Satish Jarkiholi
Karnataka Congress Leadership Crisis: Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Power Struggle Intensifies
Nov 27, 2025 04:34 pm CST
The Karnataka Congress leadership crisis has escalated as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's supporters prepare to lobby Delhi to retain him in power, while Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's backers push for leadership change based on an alleged midterm agreement. Party president Mallikarjun Kharge and the Gandhis are expected to intervene in this intensifying power struggle that threatens party unity.
Karnataka Minister Calls for Clarity on Chief Minister Position Amid Leadership Dispute
Nov 27, 2025 12:51 am CST
Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi addresses the ongoing dispute over the Chief Minister position between Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar as the government reaches its mid-term mark. While Shivakumar's supporters claim a promised leadership rotation, Siddaramaiah acknowledges confusion and calls for the high command to make a definitive decision.
BJP Mocks Karnataka Congress with AI 'Musical Chair' Video Amid Chief Minister Succession Battle
Nov 05, 2025 02:00 pm CST
Karnataka's political landscape heats up as BJP shares an AI-generated 'musical chair' video mocking the power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The video portrays four Congress leaders competing for the top position amid growing speculation about leadership change after two-and-a-half years of Congress rule in Karnataka.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Clarifies Son's Statement on Political Succession Was Misinterpreted
Oct 25, 2025 02:47 am CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has addressed the controversy surrounding his son Yathindra's comments about leadership succession, stating that the remarks were taken out of context. The statement, which mentioned Minister Satish Jarkiholi as a progressive leader while referencing the end of Siddaramaiah's political career, sparked speculation about succession plans amid existing rumors of a rotational chief minister arrangement with Deputy CM D K Shivakumar.
Who Is Satish Jarkiholi: The Rising Political Figure Positioned As Siddaramaiah's Potential Successor in Karnataka
Oct 22, 2025 09:19 pm CST
Satish Jarkiholi, Karnataka's Public Works Department Minister and Siddaramaiah loyalist, has emerged as a potential successor following comments from the Chief Minister's son. A prominent Scheduled Caste leader from the Valmiki community and member of the influential Ahinda coalition, Jarkiholi's political trajectory gains significance amidst Karnataka's evolving leadership dynamics.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's Son Suggests Father Should Mentor Satish Jarkiholi in Political Succession Plan
Oct 22, 2025 08:46 pm CST
Yathindra Siddaramaiah creates political stir by suggesting his father, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, should mentor PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi as he enters the final phase of his political career. This statement comes amid persistent speculation about leadership transition involving Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, highlighting factional dynamics within Karnataka's Congress government.
Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation: Siddaramaiah's Dinner Meeting Triggers Leadership Change Rumors
Oct 09, 2025 10:41 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's upcoming dinner with his ministerial council has intensified speculation about a potential cabinet reshuffle and leadership rotation with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. While Congress officially denies any immediate changes before the Bihar elections, party factions continue to push competing agendas, creating internal tension that party leaders are now publicly asking the high command to resolve.