I am ‘targeted’, but won’t be a ‘coward’, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, setting off more speculation

February 22, 2026

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has claimed he is being 'targeted' due to his caste and social background, igniting controversy amidst ongoing leadership tensions with his deputy, D. K. Shivakumar. Siddaramaiah described his political journey as fraught with challenges and alleged conspiracies against him from powerful leaders, prompting calls from opposition figures for clarification on his claims.

I am ‘targeted’, but won’t be a ‘coward’, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, setting off more speculation

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Siddaramaiah claims he is being targeted for his caste and social background.
His remarks come amid a leadership tussle with deputy D. K. Shivakumar.
Opposition leaders have demanded Siddaramaiah specify who is targeting him.
Siddaramaiah described his four-decade political career as filled with challenges.
He vowed to fight against 'politics of hatred and jealousy.'.

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I am ‘targeted’, but won’t be a ‘coward’, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, setting off more speculation

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