Congress party infighting
Karnataka Congress MLA's Controversial Rape Reference Intensifies Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar Leadership Battle
Dec 11, 2025 06:45 pm CST
Karnataka Congress faces internal turmoil as MLA Iqbal Hussain makes controversial remarks using the Hindi word for 'rape' while commenting on the ongoing leadership struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. The incident highlights the deepening factional divide within the party over power-sharing arrangements, with supporters of both leaders engaged in public exchanges while the party attempts to maintain a united front amid opposition BJP's watchful waiting.
Karnataka Leadership Crisis: Siddaramaiah Acknowledges "Confusion" as Congress High Command Faces Pressure to Intervene
Nov 25, 2025 07:54 pm CST
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has publicly acknowledged internal "confusion" within the Congress party amid an escalating leadership tussle with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. As Congress legislators flock to Delhi and high-profile meetings take place, the party's high command faces mounting pressure to resolve the growing political crisis that threatens government stability in the southern state.
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.