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Karnataka CM News Live Updates: Senior Congress leaders Randeep Singh Surjewala, the AICC general secretary KC Venugopal are expected to closely monitor the political developments.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. (File Photo: PTI)
Political developments in Karnataka gathered pace on Wednesday, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah scheduled to host a key breakfast meeting on Thursday amid speculation over a possible change in leadership. The Congress high command has reportedly asked him to move to the Rajya Sabha, a move that could pave the way for the appointment of a new Chief Minister.
The meeting has sparked intense political interest, with indications that Siddaramaiah may announce his decision later in the day. He could meet the Governor afterwards, further fuelling speculation about an imminent transition in the state leadership.
Meanwhile, senior Congress leaders are expected to arrive in Bengaluru to closely monitor the situation. AICC general secretary in charge of Karnataka, Randeep Singh Surjewala, and party general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal are likely to oversee the developments as the party weighs its next steps.
As political uncertainty continues in the state, Surjewala also refuted all allegations surrounding an immediate leadership change. He clarified that the Congress has not convened a legislature party meeting in Karnataka and said no formal decision has been taken so far. He also urged the media to refrain from drawing conclusions until the party makes an official announcement
Karnataka CM News Live Updates: Karnataka Leadership Buzz Grows As Siddaramaiah Calls Breakfast Meeting With Cabinet Ministers
Speculation over a possible leadership change in Karnataka intensified on Wednesday as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prepared to host a breakfast meeting with his Cabinet colleagues at his official residence in Bengaluru.
The meeting, scheduled for 9 a.m. on May 28, comes amid rapid political developments within the Congress. Reports suggest that the party high command has asked Siddaramaiah to move to the Rajya Sabha, a decision that could open the door for a change in the state leadership.
Several senior ministers have been invited for the meeting, including Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who has long been seen as a strong contender for the Chief Minister’s post. Speculation around Shivakumar’s possible elevation has continued ever since the Congress government completed half of its five-year term in November 2025.
With political activity picking up in the state, the breakfast meeting is being closely watched for indications about the Congress leadership’s next move and Siddaramaiah’s future role in Karnataka politics.
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