Siddaramaiah and DKS Show Unity But Leadership Tussle Remains Unresolved

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{ "title": "Siddaramaiah and DKS Show Unity But Leadership Tussle Remains Unresolved", "article": "Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy DK Shivakumar sat down for a highly anticipated breakfast meeting on Saturday, aimed at calming tensions over a possible leadership change. Although the two leaders presented a united front at a press conference following the idli-vada breakfast, sources close to the talks revealed that the discussion reached an impasse. The disagreement centers on a long-standing understanding within the Congress that Shivakumar would take over as CM after Siddaramaiah completes half his term. With the government approaching its 2.5-year mark, the buzz about a potential transition has grown louder. However, Siddaramaiah has maintained that he holds a full five-year mandate. The breakfast meeting was arranged after party leadership intervened on Friday, directing the two leaders to resolve their differences. At the joint press conference, both leaders insisted that there were no differences, with Siddaramaiah assuring that he would ensure there would be no confusion in the future. Shivakumar emphasized the importance of the Congress remaining united, saying that the party owes it to the people to work together. Despite the display of unity, party insiders revealed that the core issue remains unresolved. The leadership question has been simmering for nearly two months, with the BJP warning that it may bring a no-confidence motion if the Congress's internal tussle continues. In response, Siddaramaiah stated that the party is preparing to face the BJP and JD(S) in the assembly."