Karnataka CM Tussle: Siddaramaiah vs DKS Turns Into Vokkaliga-Ahinda Caste Battle

The contest for the Chief Minister's post in Karnataka between incumbent Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is intensifying, evolving into a caste-based conflict. This special report covers the growing demands from the Vokkaliga community, which backs D.K. Shivakumar, and the Ahinda communities, which support Siddaramaiah. The Vokkaliga Association has threatened widespread action, stating that 'if this transition doesn't happen quickly, there would be a mass protest across Karnataka'. Meanwhile, Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara has dismissed the existence of a chief ministerial race, asserting that the Congress high command's decision will be final. The report examines the political calculations facing the Congress leadership as both communities openly campaign for their respective leaders.