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DK Shivakumar Denies Rift With CM Siddaramaiah, Clears Air Over Rumours
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 01:36 AM
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Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has firmly denied rumours of a political rift with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, describing such speculations as baseless and aimed at sowing discord.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has come out in strong denial of circulating rumours suggesting a rift in his relationship with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Addressing the speculation, Shivakumar described the reports as baseless and emphasized that the leadership of the state government remains united in its objectives.
The Deputy CM stated that such narratives are often propagated to create unnecessary confusion and discord within the ruling party. He reaffirmed his commitment to the coalition's agenda and the ongoing developmental work in the state, urging the public to focus on policy implementation rather than unverified political gossip.
Political analysts suggest that such denials are common in high-profile state governments where media narratives often outpace official communications. However, Shivakumar's direct response aims to put an end to the speculation and project a stable front for the Siddaramaiah-led administration.
No formal meeting or joint statement was released alongside the denial, but the Deputy CM's public remarks serve as a clear signal of internal cohesion within the Karnataka cabinet.
The Deputy CM stated that such narratives are often propagated to create unnecessary confusion and discord within the ruling party. He reaffirmed his commitment to the coalition's agenda and the ongoing developmental work in the state, urging the public to focus on policy implementation rather than unverified political gossip.
Political analysts suggest that such denials are common in high-profile state governments where media narratives often outpace official communications. However, Shivakumar's direct response aims to put an end to the speculation and project a stable front for the Siddaramaiah-led administration.
No formal meeting or joint statement was released alongside the denial, but the Deputy CM's public remarks serve as a clear signal of internal cohesion within the Karnataka cabinet.