A quiet but intense power struggle is unfolding inside the Karnataka Congress government. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar continue to show unity in public, but party insiders say both groups are preparing for a major clash. The friction is now beginning to influence decision-making within the government.

The Core of the Conflict

The root of the disagreement lies in a reported power-sharing deal made after the Congress victory in May 2023. According to this understanding, Siddaramaiah was expected to serve as chief minister for the first two-and-a-half years, after which the baton would be passed to Shivakumar.

As the government approaches this halfway point, tensions have grown. Siddaramaiah’s supporters insist he should complete the full five-year

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