Congress Top Brass Denies Time to Siddaramaiah During Delhi Visit: Sources
Bengaluru, November 10 (Vizzve Finance News):
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reportedly faced a political snub during his planned Delhi visit, as the Congress high command has denied him an appointment, according to party insiders.
Sources reveal that the top leadership in Delhi has instructed its team that no audience will be given to Karnataka leaders, including Siddaramaiah, amid growing speculation of internal disagreements within the state unit.
The Chief Minister was expected to discuss development projects, cabinet reshuffle possibilities, and political strategies for the 2026 local elections. However, with no scheduled meetings, the visit now appears to be purely administrative, signaling a cooling of ties between the state leadership and the Congress central command.
Internal Rift in Focus
Party observers say tensions have risen between Siddaramaiah’s faction and that of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress president. The leadership’s refusal to meet Siddaramaiah could be a message to maintain discipline and avoid public confrontations ahead of key polls.
Insiders also point out that the Congress high command has been cautious about Karnataka’s internal equations, especially after several ministers reportedly expressed discontent over portfolio allocations and policy priorities.
Political Implications
The decision not to grant Siddaramaiah an audience may also hint at a strategic reset by the Congress leadership in handling powerful state leaders. Political analysts believe the move could impact coordination between Bengaluru and Delhi, particularly in policy implementation and election preparations.
While no official statement has been released by Siddaramaiah or the Congress central team, the episode has fueled speculation of growing leadership tension within the Karnataka Congress.
FAQs:
1. Why did Congress deny a meeting to Siddaramaiah?
Sources indicate the high command wanted to avoid internal conflicts and signal collective discipline within the party.
2. Was D.K. Shivakumar also denied an audience?
Reports suggest all Karnataka leaders, including Shivakumar, were informed that no meetings with the high command would take place during this period.
3. What was the purpose of Siddaramaiah’s Delhi visit?
He was expected to discuss governance updates, cabinet expansion, and resource allocations for Karnataka, but those meetings were not confirmed.
4. How might this affect Congress in Karnataka?
Political experts suggest this could deepen factional divides if not addressed, potentially impacting upcoming election strategies.
5. Has the Congress issued an official statement?
As of now, the party has not released any public comment on the matter.
Published on : 10TH November
Published by : SARANYA
Source Credit ; Deepthi Rao
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