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Day after resigning as Karnataka CM, Siddaramaiah meets Rahul Gandhi in Delhi

Day after resigning as Karnataka CM, Siddaramaiah meets Rahul Gandhi in Delhi

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A day after resigning as Karnataka chief minister, senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi at Sonia Gandhi`s residence in New Delhi on Friday, amid ongoing discussions over the leadership transition in the southern state. Siddaramaiah was accompanied by his son Yathindra during the meeting, which is being viewed as a crucial step in determining the veteran leader`s future role within the Congress after his exit from the state`s top post. Meeting comes amid discussions on Siddaramaiah`s future Siddaramaiah held detailed discussions with Rahul Gandhi regarding the political situation in Karnataka and his future responsibilities within the party, sources told PTI. The meeting assumes significance as Siddaramaiah has reportedly declined the Congress leadership`s offer of a Rajya Sabha seat and has also expressed reluctance to take up a national-level role. Sources told PTI the former chief minister has conveyed to the party leadership that he wishes to remain active in Karnataka politics rather than shift to responsibilities in New Delhi. The discussions come just a day after Siddaramaiah formally stepped down from office following directions …

Governor accepts Siddaramaiah’s resignation, paves way for new Karnataka CM

Governor accepts Siddaramaiah’s resignation, paves way for new Karnataka CM

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Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Friday formally accepted the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and dissolved the Council of Ministers headed by him, paving the way for the formation of a new government in the state. The development comes a day after Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation following directions from the Congress high command, bringing an end to his latest tenure as chief minister. Governor accepts resignation under Article 164 According to an official notification issued by Raj Bhavan, the Governor accepted Siddaramaiah`s resignation under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India. “In exercise of the powers vested in me under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, I, Thaawarchand Gehlot, Governor of Karnataka, hereby accept the resignation of Shri Siddaramaiah as Chief Minister of Karnataka. Consequently, the Council of Ministers headed by him stands dissolved,” the notification stated. The Governor also issued a separate communication directing Siddaramaiah to continue in office as caretaker chief minister until alternative arrangements are made. The communication clarified that no major executive decisions should be taken during the caretaker period. …

Siddaramaiah informs cabinet colleagues of decision to step down as Karnataka CM

Siddaramaiah informs cabinet colleagues of decision to step down as Karnataka CM

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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday informed his cabinet colleagues about his decision to step down from the top post during a breakfast meeting hosted at his official residence in Bengaluru, sources told PTI. The development has intensified speculation about an imminent leadership change in Karnataka, with Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar emerging as the frontrunner to take over as chief minister. Several cabinet ministers attended the breakfast meeting, including Shivakumar, who has long been seen as a key contender for the state’s top political post. Pictures from meeting spark political buzz Photographs released by the Chief Minister’s Office soon after the meeting further fuelled speculation surrounding the leadership transition. One image showed Siddaramaiah embracing an emotional D K Shivakumar, while another captured Shivakumar touching the chief minister’s feet and seeking his blessings. The visuals quickly went viral on social media and triggered intense political discussions in Karnataka, where uncertainty over the Congress leadership has dominated headlines in recent weeks. Sources in the Chief Minister’s Office told PTI that Siddaramaiah also sought an appointment …

Siddaramaiah hosts cabinet breakfast amid Karnataka CM exit buzz

Siddaramaiah hosts cabinet breakfast amid Karnataka CM exit buzz

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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast meeting for his cabinet colleagues at his official residence in Bengaluru on Thursday, intensifying speculation over a possible leadership change in the state Congress government, reported PTI. Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, widely seen as the frontrunner to succeed Siddaramaiah, attended the meeting along with several cabinet ministers and senior leaders. The gathering came amid mounting political chatter that Siddaramaiah could step down as chief minister following directions from the Congress high command. Pictures from breakfast meeting fuel speculation Photographs released by the Chief Minister’s Office added to the political buzz surrounding the meeting. In one of the images, Siddaramaiah was seen warmly embracing Shivakumar, while another showed Shivakumar touching the chief minister’s feet and seeking his blessings, reported PTI. The symbolic gestures immediately triggered fresh speculation within political circles that the Congress may be preparing for a formal transition of power in Karnataka. Sources within the Chief Minister’s Office told PTI that Siddaramaiah had sought an appointment with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot after reportedly being asked by …