Swapna Kumbar , Bengaluru - Political speculation has intensified in Karnataka after senior Congress leaders held a series of high-level meetings in Delhi involving Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The discussions have triggered fresh buzz over a possible leadership decision within the ruling Congress government, with party insiders claiming that the central leadership may soon take a call regarding the state’s top post.

Both Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah were reportedly called to the national capital on Monday for separate and joint meetings with senior Congress leadership amid growing political chatter over a possible power sharing arrangement. A Karnataka Congress leader’s statement during the ongoing consultations further fueled speculation about Shivakumar’s future role in the state government. Although party leaders publicly maintained that the meetings focused on governance, organization, and upcoming political strategy. According to reports the leadership issue remained one of the key topics discussed behind closed doors. The Congress has repeatedly faced questions regarding an alleged rotational chief minister formula after the party’s victory in the Karnataka Assembly elections. While the party has avoided officially confirming any such agreement, political observers say the latest round of Delhi meetings indicates the leadership is attempting to manage internal expectations and maintain unity within the state unit. The outcome of the discussions could significantly influence Karnataka’s political landscape ahead of upcoming electoral battles.

The Delhi meetings have once again brought Karnataka’s leadership debate into sharp focus, with attention now turning to the Congress high command for any final decision. As political suspense continues, both supporters and rivals are closely watching whether the party signals any major change in the state’s power structure.