MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga claims D.K. Shivakumar will become Chief Minister by December, and Congress will win the next assembly election, remaining in power for 7.5 years.
Karnataka Politics: Speculation regarding a change in leadership within the Congress government in Karnataka continues unabated. Political debate has intensified over the appointment of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar as Chief Minister. Recently, senior Congress leaders claimed that Shivakumar, the bman of Karnataka's Kannda region, could become Chief Minister by December. This claim has sparked a flurry of activity in the state's political landscape.
MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga's Bold Claim
Congress MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga claimed on Sunday that D.K. Shivakumar will become the Chief Minister of Karnataka by December. He stated, "If you wish, I can write it in blood that Shivakumar will be the Chief Minister by December."
Shivaganga emphatically asserted that Shivakumar will serve as the state's Chief Minister from December for the next 7.5 years, as Congress is poised to win the next assembly election. He told Congress workers and supporters, "Write this down; it's certain that Shivakumar will be the Chief Minister by December."
Support from Veerappa Moily
Former Chief Minister and senior Congress leader Veerappa Moily also voiced his support for D.K. Shivakumar. He stated that no one can prevent Shivakumar from becoming Chief Minister, as it has already been decided. Moily further added, "It's only a matter of time; Shivakumar becoming Chief Minister is almost certain."
Political Tension Rises in Karnataka
Uncertainty regarding the Chief Minister's position has prevailed in Karnataka for a long time. When Congress formed the government in the state, Siddaramaiah was appointed Chief Minister, but D.K. Shivakumar was also a b contender for the post. Discussions were held then about a mid-term change of power, with Shivakumar taking over as Chief Minister. Now, as December approaches, political tension surrounding this issue has intensified.
Will Congress Witness Renewed Internal Conflict?
Following these statements, fears of increased internal conflict within the Karnataka Congress are emerging. While D.K. Shivakumar's supporters are demanding his appointment as Chief Minister, there has been no reaction from Siddaramaiah's supporters. It remains to be seen what decision the Congress high command takes and whether Karnataka will indeed have a new Chief Minister in December.
