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Karnataka CM Crisis: Why Siddaramaiah's Son Denies Leadership Change Rumors

Siddaramaiah's son has put all leadership change rumors to rest by confirming his father will complete the full five-year term. He strongly backed the government's stance against RSS activities in educational institutions, calling them politically motivated. The administration also committed to clearing pending contractor payments that accumulated under the previous BJP government. Additionally, he criticized prominent figures Sudha and Narayana Murthy for their refusal to participate in the state's socio-economic survey.

Key Points: Yathindra Siddaramaiah Confirms Father Will Complete Full Term

  • Yathindra Siddaramaiah firmly denies any discussion about replacing his father as Karnataka CM
  • He supports Minister Priyank Kharge's call for action against officials in RSS programs
  • The government promises to release pending contractor payments delayed by previous BJP administration
  • Criticizes Sudha Murthy and Narayana Murthy for refusing to participate in state survey
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Siddaramaiah will complete 5 years as Karnataka CM: MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah

Siddaramaiah's son dismisses CM change rumors, supports action against RSS activities, addresses contractor payments, and criticizes Murthy couple's survey boycott.

"There is a discussion that there will be a change of CM after the Bihar elections. All that is false. - Yathindra Siddaramaiah"

Tumkur, October 18

There has been no discussion about the change of Chief Minister in Karnataka, and Siddaramaiah will complete five years in the Chief Minister's post, MLC, and the Chief Minister's son, Yathindra Siddaramaiah, said in Tumkur on Saturday.

"There is a discussion that there will be a change of CM after the Bihar elections. All that is false. If there is any change, the decision will be taken by the party high command and the MLAs. I am confident that Siddaramaiah will complete five years," he told reporters.

Yathindra Siddaramaiah also supported Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge for urging action against officials participating in RSS programmes.

Priyank Kharge had written to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, urging action against officials participating in RSS programmes, citing violation of Rule 5(1) of the Karnataka State Civil Service (Conduct) Rules.

"The letter written by Priyank Kharge is legitimate. Except for RSS, all other organisations organise programs in schools and colleges after getting permission. The RSS does not do cultural activities," he said.

"Instead, it works in favour of a party. It also works to attract the youth community and people towards a political party. Therefore, its activities should not be carried out in school and college premises without permission," he added.

He claimed that many bills for contractors are pending because the previous BJP government in the state did not release money for many projects.

"Our government will release all the pending contractor money. The money will be released soon, considering the economic situation," he said, responding to the issue of contractors giving the government a deadline for releasing the pending money.

MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah has also criticised BJP Rajya Sabha member Sudha Murthy and her husband, Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy, for declining to take part in the social and educational survey. He alleged that they did so due to pressure from the BJP.

"This survey is being conducted by the Backward Classes Commission. It is an economic, social and educational survey. It is sad that misunderstanding is being created among the people about this," he said.

On Friday, Karnataka Minister HK Patil said that Rajya Sabha MP Sudha Murthy and Narayana Murthy misunderstood the ongoing Social and Educational Survey in the state, and termed it unfortunate that they refused to participate in the survey.

"It is unfortunate she (Sudha Murty) misunderstood this socio-economic survey being conducted. This is to identify the backwardness considering the socio-economic conditions. There is no reason why any sane thinking person should refuse to give this information," Patil told ANI.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Completely agree with Priyank Kharge and Yathindra on the RSS issue. Government officials should maintain neutrality and not participate in political organization activities during duty hours. This is basic service conduct rules!
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Michael C
While I support the government's stance on official conduct, I'm concerned about the criticism of Sudha Murthy. She has contributed immensely to social causes. Maybe there's genuine misunderstanding that needs clarification rather than allegations.
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Ananya R
Finally some action on pending contractor payments! Small contractors have been suffering for so long. Hope the government releases the money soon as promised. This will boost infrastructure development in the state. 👍
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Vikram M
The social and educational survey is important for understanding ground realities and planning welfare schemes. Eminent personalities like Sudha Murthy should participate and set an example rather than refusing. Disappointing!
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David E
Interesting to see the son defending his father's position so strongly. While political stability is good, I hope this doesn't become another dynasty politics scenario. The focus should remain on governance and development.
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Priya S
The government seems to be taking multiple important decisions simultaneously - from contractor payments to official conduct rules. Hope they maintain this momentum and deliver actual results on the ground. Karnataka needs stable governance! 💪

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