Karnataka Power Struggle: Siddaramaiah Holds Position as DK Shivakumar Awaits His Turn

Nov 28, 2025 02:18 pm CST

The ongoing leadership dispute between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has reached a critical point, threatening Congress party stability. While Siddaramaiah maintains strong support from OBC communities and over 100 MLAs, Shivakumar continues pressing his claim based on alleged power-sharing agreements. With BJP planning a no-confidence motion and Congress leadership urging resolution before December's Assembly session, the ruling party must quickly settle this conflict to prevent potential government collapse in one of its few remaining strongholds.