Key Highlights
- The speculation has been fueled by a reported “power-sharing” arrangement between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar during the government’s formation in 2023.
- Shivakumar, who returned from New Delhi on Monday, indicated that discussions on the leadership issue involving him and Siddaramaiah were held in the presence of the Congress high command.
- He added that a decision had been taken and that “time will answer everything.” Shivakumar, also the state Congress president, has asserted that he enjoys the support of all 140 ruling legislators, including Siddaramaiah.
- Replying to another question, Siddaramaiah said preparations for the state budget will begin after the joint session of the legislature scheduled from January 22 to 31.
- “From January 22, the joint session of the state legislature will begin.
