‘Nothing decided yet’: DK Shivakumar stays tight-lipped on Karnataka CM post, defers decision to CLP meeting
DK Shivakumar has stated that no decision has been made regarding the chief ministerial post in Karnataka following Siddaramaiah's resignation. He emphasized that discussions will take place during the Congress Legislative Party meeting scheduled for Saturday. Shivakumar downplayed speculation about his potential candidacy, asserting that the high command will make the final decision.
- ▪DK Shivakumar confirmed that nothing has been decided about the chief ministerial position in Karnataka.
- ▪The Congress Legislative Party meeting is set for Saturday to discuss the leadership transition.
- ▪Shivakumar stated that all Karnataka Congress MLAs have been requested to attend the meeting.
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‘Nothing decided yet’: DK Shivakumar stays tight-lipped on Karnataka CM post, defers decision to CLP meeting“Everything is happening as requested by the high command. Nothing has been decided,” Shivakumar said.Published on: May 29, 2026 9:36 PM ISTEdited by Arya MishraShare viaCopy link Congress leader and deputy chief minister of Karnataka DK Shivakumar on Friday asserted that no decision had been made regarding the chief ministerial post in the state.Shivakumar said the decision would be taken after a discussion with the party high command.
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