Will the new CM take oath in Karnataka on Saturday and has the change of power been decided? Is the Siddaramaiah-Shivkumar conflict taking the Congress government into a major political crisis? Will the intervention of Rahul Gandhi and the high command change the entire power equation? Is this just a change of leadership or is there a bigger strategic game going on in Karnataka politics?
Karnataka Leadership Change: There is a tremendous earthquake in the political circles of Karnataka at present. The long-running ‘chair war’ between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar now seems to be reaching its final stage. According to sources, the Congress high command has prepared the formula for ‘smooth transfer of power’ in the state, under which there is a strong possibility of the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Minister on Saturday (May 30). The complete story of this political turmoil from Bengaluru to New Delhi is given below with suspenseful developments:
…And the farewell slip was handed over: That last order of Rahul Gandhi!
Pressure to resign: According to Congress insiders, senior leader Rahul Gandhi has finally given a clear message to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to step down from the post.
- Offer came from Delhi: Siddaramaiah has been offered a Rajya Sabha seat and a big organizational post in Delhi to bring him into national politics.
- ‘Power’ adjustment for son: In exchange for this big change, intense discussion is going on to give Siddaramaiah’s son Yatindra Siddaramaiah the post of Deputy Chief Minister as well as a very important ministry in the government.
That ‘high-profile’ breakfast at Kaveri Nivas: which will write the new destiny of Karnataka
Morning secret meeting: DK Shivakumar, returning straight from Delhi to Bengaluru, will reach the Chief Minister’s official residence ‘Kaveri’ on Thursday morning, where a very important ‘breakfast meeting’ is to be held between the two leaders.
- Trying to end the suspense: After this meeting, both the leaders can jointly appear before the media, so that a ‘full stop’ can be put to the ongoing speculations.
- Troubleshooter’s entry: Congress’s Karnataka in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala is also reaching Bengaluru. Even though their official agenda is said to be local elections, the real objective is to ensure smooth transfer of power.
New game plan behind the scenes: Chakravyuh of not one but many ‘Deputy CMs’
Challenge of caste balance: To ensure that Siddaramaiah’s removal does not spread resentment among the backward classes and oppressed communities, the high command has come up with a new formula.
- Preparation of several Deputy Chief Ministers: To maintain balance in the government, Congress is considering making multiple Deputy Chief Ministers in the state, giving representation to different communities.
- Celebration in Shivkumar camp: Even before the official announcement, Shivakumar’s supporters have started congratulatory banners and campaigns on social media, calling him the future Chief Minister.
Opposition’s sharp attack on ‘chair race’: Karnataka government stalled?
- BJP’s big allegation: Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra has attacked and said that Congress leaders are busy only in sharing power in Delhi and satisfying their hunger, due to which the entire governance and administration of the state has come to a standstill.
- JDS’s jibe: Janata Dal (Secular) also sharply criticized, saying that Congress leaders have become so blind in the ‘race for the seat’ that they are unable to see the plight of the farmers and the development of the state.