Karnataka Power Struggle: CM Siddaramaiah–DKS Rift Deepens as CM Heads to Delhi

A power struggle continues in Karnataka's Congress government, involving Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Following a meeting with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Siddaramaiah is expected to travel to Delhi for discussions with the party's high command. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated, 'whatever decision taken by the High Command, I will follow it'. Amid the turmoil, Karnataka Minister Eshwar Khandre confirmed that party leaders have been instructed not to speak to the media. JDS Chief and Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy hinted at future political developments, while the BJP accused the Congress of internal chaos and horse-trading.