Vokkaligas Push for Power: Top Seer Backs DK Shivakumar as Karnataka CM Amid Leadership Tussle
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A significant development in the ongoing leadership tussle within the Karnataka Congress has emerged with prominent Vokkaliga spiritual leader Nanjavadutha Swamiji openly endorsing Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar for the Chief Minister's post. This endorsement comes as speculation about a possible power struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy intensifies. The spiritual leader, who met with Shivakumar at his residence, praised the Deputy Chief Minister for his tireless efforts to strengthen the Congress during its most challenging times. He also acknowledged Shivakumar's loyalty to the Gandhi family, describing him as a 'prominent leader of the community'. Swamiji argued that, given the party's earlier promise of a 2.5-year rotational arrangement, it is now time for the Vokkaliga community to receive representation. He claimed that there is growing sentiment across communities supporting Shivakumar as the next Chief Minister, urging the Congress high command to 'resolve the issue' and consider giving him an opportunity. Shivakumar echoed Swamiji's stand, emphasizing that the community's expectations are clear and that the Congress leadership should address the matter in line with the party's earlier commitments. The development is likely to further fuel the ongoing leadership tussle within the Karnataka Congress.
