Karnataka CM Tussle: Shivakumar vs Siddaramaiah Heats Up as Parameshwara Hints at Race Entry

The power struggle within the Karnataka Congress intensifies as the government approaches its two-and-a-half-year mark, a supposed deadline for a leadership change. The tussle for the Chief Minister's post involves incumbent Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, and now, Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara, who has hinted at his candidacy. Amid the growing unease, the BJP has capitalized on the infighting, with the party questioning the Congress's central leadership by asking 'if not Malik Arjun Kharge, then who exactly is the high command?'. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has deferred the decision to the party's high command, while a minister from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's camp has met with him. The internal friction continues despite a party member's assertion that the Congress will complete its term and win the 2028 election.