‘What option do I have?’: DK Shivakumar walks tightrope; backs CM Siddaramaiah amid pressure from loyalists eyeing top post

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has firmly stated he will complete his full five-year term, dismissing leadership change speculations. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar affirmed his support, stating he has “no option but to support” Siddaramaiah, aligning with the party high command’s decisions. Despite ministerial aspirations within the Congress, Siddaramaiah emphasized the government’s unity.