Halfway into its term, Karnataka Congress faces fresh tremors of political drama. Speculation over a possible leadership change has set off the “Karnataka CM Nataka” — with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah dismissing the rumours outright, and loyalists insisting he’ll complete his five-year term. But whispers of contenders like D.K. Shivakumar, Parameshwara and Jarkiholi continue to swirl as meetings with the high command loom. Adding spice, BJP jumped in with an AI-generated meme mocking Congress leaders “lining up for oath-taking suits.” Amid factional pulls and cheeky opposition digs, Karnataka’s power play is far from over.

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