Karnataka Dy CM D.K. Shivakumar Denies Rift, Calls CM Siddaramaiah His 'Brother'

In this report, India Today's Sagay Raj provides details on the internal dynamics of the Congress party in Karnataka. Following a meeting with Minister K.N. Rajanna, Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar addressed speculation regarding a rift with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Reacting to Rajanna's comments supporting Siddaramaiah's tenure, Shivakumar asserted that he has a 'relationship of brother' with the Chief Minister. He further clarified that he holds no differences with any leaders within the Congress party, dismissing rumours of factionalism.