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Key Points

DK Shivakumar has taken a firm stand against internal discussions about the chief minister's position. He specifically instructed party officials to issue formal notices to those speaking publicly about leadership changes. The deputy CM emphasized that he and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah are working together harmoniously under the party high command's direction. This comes after Congress MLA HD Ranganath openly expressed desire to see Shivakumar become chief minister someday.

Key Points: DK Shivakumar Warns Congress Leaders Against CM Post Discussion

  • DK Shivakumar instructed KPCC to issue notices on CM post discussions
  • He emphasized working unity with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah
  • Congress MLA Ranganath praised Shivakumar as pan-India leader
  • Leadership tensions resurface despite 2023 power-sharing arrangement
  • Both leaders following Congress high command guidelines strictly
  • MLA called Shivakumar political guru deserving chief minister role
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No one should say anything related to CM post: DK Shivakumar after change of guard debate sparks again in Karnataka Congress

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar issues notices to Congress members discussing leadership change, reaffirms unity with CM Siddaramaiah under high command guidance.

"No one should say anything related to the CM post - DK Shivakumar"

Bengaluru, October 2

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday warned against his colleagues in Congress publicly discussing the change of guard in the Karnataka government. He said that he instructed the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) Working President, GC Chandrashekar, to give notices to those who spoke on the change of Chief Minister.

"We don't need to react to what the BJP says. Let them say what they want to say. I have instructed our working president, GC Chandrashekar, to give notice to them. No one should say anything related to the CM post," Shivakumar told reporters.

"No need to discuss the CM post sharing. CM Siddaramaiah and I are working together. We are following the guidelines of the high command," he added.

His reaction came after Congress MLA H D Ranganath said that he wished to see his "political Guru," deputy chief minister D K Shivakumar, ascending the chief minister's chair one day.

After Congress won the 2023 Assembly election in Karnataka, Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah reportedly contended for the Chief Ministrial post. After several rounds of discussions between the leaders and the party's central leadership, Siddaramaiah was chosen for the post. There were reports at the time that Shivakumar agreed after a rotational chief ministership arrangement was agreed upon. But the Congress high command never publicly said so.

Recently, many central leaders and Siddaramaiah said that there was no such agreement. The Chief Minister had said that he would complete his five-year term.

Earlier, Congress MLA HD Ranganath had come out in praise of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, calling him a "rising star" and a "pan-India leader". Ranganath attributed the party's good electoral performance to Shivakumar's efforts, saying, "He brought very good results in elections for the Congress party."

Ranganath also lauded Shivakumar's commitment to the party, stating, "I have not seen any other leader give that kind of commitment to the party... He has always stood with the Congress party."

Speaking to ANI on Wednesday, Ranganath said, "Karnataka Deputy CM and Congress leader DK Shivakumar is a rising star and a pan-India leader...He brought very good results in elections for the Congress party...I have not seen any other leader give that kind of commitment to the party...He has always stood with the Congress party."

- ANI

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Rohit P
But let's be honest, everyone knows there was some understanding about power sharing. Now when MLAs praise DKS, they're being served notices? This doesn't look good for party unity. The high command should clarify things properly.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows Karnataka politics closely, I must say DK Shivakumar has shown remarkable patience and party loyalty. He could have created much more trouble but chose to work within the system. Respect! 🙏
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Arjun K
This internal drama is exactly what cost Congress in the past. Instead of focusing on governance and development, they're busy with these power struggles. Common people want roads, water, and jobs - not this political drama! 😠
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Meera T
HD Ranganath was just expressing his genuine appreciation for his mentor. Is that such a crime? In Indian politics, guru-shishya relationships are important. The party should handle this more sensitively.
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Vikram M
Both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar are strong leaders who have contributed to Congress's victory. The party needs both of them working together. This public squabbling only makes BJP's job easier. Let's focus on delivering what we promised to Karnataka voters.

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