Bengaluru: Amid growing speculation over a possible leadership transition in the Karnataka Congress, a high-profile breakfast meeting hosted by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at his official residence ‘Kaveri’ on Thursday drew massive political attention across the state.
The gathering witnessed emotionally charged and politically significant moments involving Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar and several senior Congress leaders.
The meeting came at a time when rumours surrounding power-sharing arrangements and a possible change in Karnataka’s leadership continue to dominate political discussions.
However, visuals emerging from the breakfast event appeared to project unity within the Congress leadership despite ongoing speculation.
DK Shivakumar Touches Siddaramaiah’s Feet During Breakfast Meeting
One of the most talked-about moments from the gathering was DK Shivakumar greeting Siddaramaiah by touching his feet and seeking blessings before the meeting formally began.
The emotional interaction quickly went viral across social media platforms and triggered widespread political reactions.
Soon after the gesture, Siddaramaiah was seen warmly hugging Shivakumar and engaging in a brief conversation with him.
“The visuals of Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar together have intensified political discussions across Karnataka.”
Political observers believe the public gesture was intended to send a strong message of unity within the Karnataka Congress amid speculation regarding internal leadership differences.
Several ministers, MLAs, and close associates of the Chief Minister were present during the breakfast gathering at the official residence in Bengaluru.
Closed Door Meeting Between Siddaramaiah and DK Sparks Curiosity
Before the breakfast session officially began, Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar reportedly asked ministers and legislators to wait in the conference hall while the two leaders held a private one-on-one discussion inside a separate room.
Sources indicated that the confidential meeting lasted for more than thirty minutes, further fuelling speculation over possible political developments within the state Congress unit.
The closed-door conversation has intensified curiosity regarding discussions related to leadership transition, power-sharing arrangements, and communication from the Congress high command.
Political circles closely monitored the meeting as uncertainty continues over the future leadership structure in Karnataka.
Senior Congress Leaders Attend High Profile Gathering
The breakfast meeting witnessed the presence of several senior Karnataka ministers and Congress legislators.
MLAs including A.S. Ponnanna, Basavaraj Rayareddy, Ashok Pattan, and Puttarangashetty were also present during the gathering.
Later in the day, DK Shivakumar also attended a luncheon hosted by Siddaramaiah for cabinet colleagues at the Kaveri residence.
DK Shivakumar Reportedly Advises Supporters Against Speculation
Meanwhile, political sources claimed that DK Shivakumar instructed his supporters and Congress legislators not to make hurried public comments regarding the chief ministership issue.
According to reports, Shivakumar reportedly informed party leaders that the Congress high command had not officially communicated any final decision to him regarding leadership change.
Sources added that Shivakumar conveyed that discussions related to the power-sharing arrangement had so far taken place primarily with Siddaramaiah.
He reportedly advised party workers not to treat political speculation as final until any official announcement or resignation takes place.
Among those reportedly present were Satish Jarkiholi, M.B. Patil, Eshwar Khandre, Santosh Lad, Priyank Kharge, N.S. Boseraju, Sharan Prakash Patil, S.S. Mallikarjun, K.J. George, Byrathi Suresh, M.C. Sudhakar, N. Cheluvarayaswamy, Madhu Bangarappa, Shivanand Patil, K.H. Muniyappa, Ramalinga Reddy, Lakshmi Hebbalkar, H.K. Patil, H.C. Mahadevappa, Shivaraj Tangadagi, and Dinesh Gundu Rao.
