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Karnataka Minister DK Shivakumar Says He Holds No Grudge Amid Rift Rumors with Siddaramaiah
✍️ India Today
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 12:10 PM
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DK Shivakumar told reporters he wishes no ill on anyone, countering speculation of a split with senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah.
Karnataka senior minister DK Shivakumar addressed the media on Tuesday, stating that he bears no ill‑will towards anyone as rumours of a rift with former chief minister Siddaramaiah swirl within the state Congress. His remarks were aimed at dispelling growing speculation about a possible split between the two leaders.
The speculation intensified after recent internal reshuffles in the Karnataka Congress, with some reports suggesting divergent views on leadership and election strategy. Shivakumar emphasized that personal differences, if any, should not affect the party’s unity or its electoral objectives.
Party insiders note that Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah have a long history of collaboration, and despite occasional disagreements, both continue to work toward the same political goals. Siddaramaiah has not issued a formal response to the comments.
The state Congress unit has refrained from further comment, while political analysts say maintaining cohesion will be crucial ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.
The speculation intensified after recent internal reshuffles in the Karnataka Congress, with some reports suggesting divergent views on leadership and election strategy. Shivakumar emphasized that personal differences, if any, should not affect the party’s unity or its electoral objectives.
Party insiders note that Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah have a long history of collaboration, and despite occasional disagreements, both continue to work toward the same political goals. Siddaramaiah has not issued a formal response to the comments.
The state Congress unit has refrained from further comment, while political analysts say maintaining cohesion will be crucial ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.