Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Parameshwara: Siddaramaiah to Remain Karnataka CM for Full Term
The Home Minister in Karnataka, G Parameshwara, said the current leader, Siddaramaiah, will stay in charge for the next five years.
He confirmed the leader said the same, and there won't be any changes to the leadership.
Some people have been talking about who should be the next leader, but Parameshwara wants everyone to know the current leader will stay.
The rumors started because there was a previous deal that was reported that the Deputy CM should be the CM at some point.
The leaders are aiming to continue a peaceful run.
G Parameshwara stated Siddaramaiah will remain CM for a full five-year term.
Siddaramaiah has stated he will abide by the Congress high command.
Parameshwara dismissed speculation about a leadership change.
Rumors of change followed discussions by Congress members on CM position.
There was a previous agreement that may have had Shivakumar be CM at some point
- Who
- G Parameshwara, Siddaramaiah, H. D. Ranganath, L. R. Shivarame Gowda
- What
- Affirmed Siddaramaiah's continuation as CM
- When
- October 3rd, 2024 (based on source)
- Where
- Karnataka
- Why
- To address rumors and speculation regarding leadership change.
Current Leadership
Leadership Change Advocates
Leadership Discussions
Current Leadership
Support for the current Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to complete his term.
Leadership Change Advocates
Desire for D. K. Shivakumar to become the next Chief Minister, with claims this could happen in November.
- Key Figures
- Siddaramaiah, G Parameshwara, D. K. Shivakumar, H. D. Ranganath, L. R. Shivarame Gowda
- Current Positions
- Siddaramaiah (CM), D. K. Shivakumar (Deputy CM), G. Parameshwara (Home Minister)
- Term Length
- Full five-year term
- Party
- Congress
Sources
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Ex-MP claims DKS will be the new CM by Nov
DK Shivakumar Warns Party Workers Over Discussing Leadership Change
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Shivakumar warns Cong members against leadership change talk