Karnataka: Shivakumar's Delhi Visit Fuels CM Post Tussle Speculation

• Karnataka Congress faces an intensifying power tussle between CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar over the CM post.
• DK Shivakumar's Delhi visit sparked speculation about discussing power-sharing, though he cited a wedding and rally arrangements.
• Supporters of both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar are openly backing their leaders, as witnessed by senior Congress leader KC Venugopal.
• CM Siddaramaiah stated he would only visit Delhi if summoned by the Congress high command.
• Ministers have offered varying comments, with Satish Jarkiholi hinting at a potential timeline for power-sharing.

Why It Matters: Internal power struggle in Karnataka's ruling party threatens state stability.