Siddaramaiah Invites Shivakumar for Breakfast Talks Amid Karnataka Leadership Tension

29 Nov 2025
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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has called Deputy CM DK Shivakumar for a breakfast meeting to discuss the leadership dispute, affirming both leaders will abide by the Congress high command’s decision.

In an effort to ease mounting political strain, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has invited Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar for a breakfast discussion on November 29. The move comes following instructions from the Congress high command, signalling an attempt to resolve the escalating leadership tussle behind closed doors.

Speaking to the media, Siddaramaiah reiterated that there has been no shift in his position and both leaders are committed to adhering to whatever decision is taken by the party’s central leadership. He further said he is ready to travel to Delhi if summoned by the high command.

The breakfast diplomacy indicates the Congress is attempting to contain internal divisions before they deepen. With speculation intensifying over a possible power rotation, the outcome of this meeting could influence Karnataka’s political stability. For party workers and governance alike, clarity and consensus are urgently needed to prevent administrative distractions.

As the leadership dispute unfolds, all eyes will be on whether this conciliatory gesture leads to resolution—or simply postpones a confrontation.