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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah Expected to Resign Amid Leadership Crisis

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is expected to resign following directives from Congress leadership amid a growing leadership crisis. This decision comes after a crucial meeting in Delhi, where he was also offered a Rajya Sabha seat, which he is contemplating. With the 2028 elections on the horizon, Congress faces challenges as internal conflicts threaten its stability. Political dynamics in Karnataka are shifting rapidly, raising questions about the party's future and its ability to maintain the mandate it secured in 2023. As tensions rise, the implications for both Congress and the BJP are significant.
By Narendra Chaudhary | May 27, 2026, 15:51 IST
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Siddaramaiah's Potential Resignation

Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may submit his resignation on Thursday following a directive from the Congress leadership. Sources indicate that he has requested an appointment with Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot to formally present his resignation. This development comes just a day after a significant meeting between senior Congress leaders and the Chief Minister in Delhi. Reports suggest that the Congress high command has instructed Siddaramaiah to communicate his final decision to party general secretary K.C. Venugopal.


Senate Seat Offer and Political Dynamics

During discussions, a senior Congress leader was reportedly offered a seat in the Rajya Sabha. Earlier, it was claimed that Rahul Gandhi had suggested Siddaramaiah consider entering the upper house of Parliament. However, the Chief Minister has informed the party leadership that he does not intend to engage in national politics. He has allegedly requested additional time to contemplate the proposal before making a final decision, especially with the Rajya Sabha elections scheduled for June 8, raising the likelihood of his resignation on Thursday.


Political Developments Following Congress Meeting

Political activity in Karnataka intensified following a six-hour Congress meeting on Tuesday. While the party asserted that discussions were solely focused on the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections, speculation persisted regarding significant decisions related to the state government.


Concerns Over Congress's Future

With the 2028 elections approaching, Congress finds itself lacking major achievements to showcase to the public. Instead, it appears that party leaders are preoccupied with undermining each other. The mandate that Congress secured in 2023 by ousting the BJP seems to be at risk due to this internal strife. Karnataka BJP leader and Union Minister Prahlad Joshi remarked during a press conference, 'Do not turn Karnataka into Rajasthan. Internal conflicts there had previously led to the party's downfall.'


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