Reference To Hindustan Times. The tussle between the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and the Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has reached a very high point especially after the Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge had claimed that the final decision would be reached only after the Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi were consulted. The internal schism has thus moved to the entire public space thus putting more pressure on the party anticipating that major political events will occur.
Reasons why Karnataka Leadership Battle has re-emerged.
The confrontation escalated further this week after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah admitted in no uncertain terms that the party high command should stop the confusion and that a secret deal as DK Shivakumar confessed did exist- though he declined to discuss the matter. Their opposing stance has sent the party and the state into speculations.
10 Important Latest Developments on the Karnataka CM Crisis.
- Shivakumar Authenticates a Secret Deal, Remains silent on the Specifics.
Shivakumar admitted a secret deal between five-six senior leaders on the CM position in a visit to Kanakapara. Nevertheless, he wrote that he would not report it to the people to prevent humiliation and undermining the party.
- Siddaramaiah Calls on High Command to Step in.
Addressing an audience in Bengaluru, the Chief Minister demanded that it is only the central leadership that could bring the uncertainty to an end. As he emphasized, the high command needed to resolve finally to end this confusion with a full period.
- Kharge Says, the Decision would be Made at the top.
Mallikarjun Kharge once again emphasized that it is not a question of public discussion, and he, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi would decide on the matter, after thorough consultations.
- 2023 Power-sharing Deal Rematerializes.
The insiders of Congress allege that an agreement has been reached in May 2023 at the house of Kharge. According to that deal, Siddaramaiah would have a tenure of 2.5 years in the position of CM and then pass the position to Shivakumar. Siddaramaiah himself apparently promised, even, I will resign a week before the end of 2.5 years and this has now become a key point of discussion.
Strategy Change and Increasing Push.
- Siddaramaiah Softens his Messaging on meeting Kharge.
Months before, he said that he was going to serve a complete five-year term. Having met Kharge on 22 November, he changed his tone and started saying that the high command would determine his future- a strategic change.
- Shivakumar Camp Requests clarity but does not want to confront.
According to the leaders who are very close to Shivakumar, the deal has to be paid so that the party does not lose credibility. They stress that Shivakumar will not rise but cautions that the neglect of the understanding would result into the de-motivation of organisational loyalists.
- Siddaramaiah Camp Rules out Power-sharing.
His followers deny any agreement and note that Siddaramaiah is chosen as the leader of CLP with a clear majority in 2023. They argue that any deliberations concerning his replacement ought to be made in the party of legislature.
- Both Leaders Do Not Attack Personally.
Shivakumar even commended Siddaramaiah as a senior leader besides supporting his intention to present the next Budget. Similarly, Siddaramaiah gave permission to MLAs who travelled to Delhi to express their opinion, but finally demanded they abide by the decision made by the high command.
- Delhi Lobbying Gathers Impetus.
Other law-makers who are in support of Shivakumar have flown to Delhi just to make their case. Siddaramaiah calmly replied saying, let them go, we shall see what they say. It is suggested that Shivakumar is demanding transparency in front of the second reshuffle of the Cabinet.
- Opponents Gear Up with Winter Season at Hand.
The BJP state chief BY Vijayendra attacked the Congress by saying that Karnataka does not desire an acting or outgoing CM. He encouraged the ruling party to iron out his leadership conflict ahead of the Belagavi winter session.
What Happens Next?
Both camps have shifted the entire responsibility to the high command of the Congress despite the confusion that is widespread in both camps. The final decision will be made by the top leaders of the party; Kharge, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi and Karnataka is closely following the next step.
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