Congress leadership crisis
Power Struggle in Karnataka: Shivakumar Invokes Sonia Gandhi's Sacrifice Amid Leadership Crisis
Nov 28, 2025 09:41 pm CST
The ongoing power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has intensified, with Shivakumar strategically referencing Sonia Gandhi's historical sacrifice of power. This leadership crisis stems from an alleged 2.5-year power-sharing agreement that Siddaramaiah appears reluctant to honor, while the BJP prepares to exploit the Congress party's internal divisions with a planned no-confidence motion.
Karnataka CM Power Struggle: Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar's Battle for Leadership Intensifies
Nov 27, 2025 07:07 pm CST
The power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has reached a critical point as both camps pressure Congress high command in Delhi. Siddaramaiah seeks to delay any decision until after the state budget presentation, while Shivakumar demands a clear transition plan. Party President Mallikarjun Kharge and Home Minister G Parameshwara emerge as potential compromise candidates as Congress leadership works to prevent another damaging internal conflict ahead of crucial state elections.
Union Minister Accuses Karnataka CM and Deputy of MLA Purchase Amid Leadership Crisis
Nov 22, 2025 05:55 pm CST
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi has alleged that Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar are attempting to secure MLAs' support amid an escalating leadership battle. The accusations follow Shivakumar's prison visit to Congress MLAs, while party high command Mallikarjun Kharge intervenes to resolve the growing crisis in the state government.
Congress Intervenes in Karnataka Leadership Crisis: Siddaramaiah-DK Shivakumar Power Struggle Intensifies
Nov 21, 2025 08:20 pm CST
The Congress party has taken decisive action to address the ongoing power struggle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. Party troubleshooter Randeep Surjewala accused the opposition BJP and media of orchestrating a campaign to undermine the government. This latest development follows reports of a potential leadership change based on a purported power-sharing agreement made after the 2023 election victory, with DKS loyalists meeting party leadership in Delhi while both leaders maintain their positions publicly.