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His statement comes after days of rising unease and speculation over alleged factionalism within the ruling Congress
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and deputy CM and KPCC president DK Shivakumar. (PTI)
Amid growing speculation over a possible leadership change in Karnataka, the Congress high command has firmly ruled out any plans to replace Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, at least for now. Senior party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Randeep Singh Surjewala, who was rushed to Bengaluru as a troubleshooter to address internal rumblings within the state unit, made the announcement.
Speaking to the media, Surjewala stated in clear terms that there is “no plan for leadership change” in Karnataka. His statement comes after days of rising unease and speculation over alleged factionalism within the ruling Congress, with reports suggesting that some leaders were lobbying for a change at the top. The party’s strong public message appears aimed at ending the uncertainty and restoring stability within the Karnataka government.
Surjewala further clarified that his visit to Bengaluru was focused on reviewing the party’s organisational performance and governance delivery, not on leadership change.
“We are asking them — what work has been done? What’s the status of the party meetings? Are any organisational changes needed? Do MLAs have any difficulties or aspirations?” he said, outlining the purpose of his interactions with party leaders.
Surjewala further added that the review also includes assessing the government’s key welfare schemes.
“We are asking about the guarantees. What has been delivered and how those guarantees are faring. The government belongs to the organisation and the people,” he stressed.
Clearing the air, he said categorically, “There has been no discussion on leadership change. No opinions are being sought on this either.”
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