DK Shivakumar Neither in a Hurry Nor Worried, Says Bamul President DK Suresh Amid Leadership Speculation

Suresh was responding to media queries regarding Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s recent remarks reiterating that he will continue as CM for the full term. Despite a directive from the Congress high command not to stoke speculation on leadership issues, Siddaramaiah has said multiple times that he will remain in charge till 2028.

“Congress has no internal differences,” said Suresh. “The CM, KPCC president, and party leadership are on the same page. Siddaramaiah has already clarified that he will continue as the CM, so I don’t understand the confusion.”

When asked about Siddaramaiah’s statement that he would lead the party in 2028 too, despite earlier saying this would be his last election, Suresh remarked, “There is no retirement in politics. What matters is political will, and Siddaramaiah has that.”

Asked about DK Shivakumar’s supposed lack of MLA support, Suresh said, “This is not the time to talk about numbers. DK Shivakumar is not someone who seeks validation through strength. He is a disciplined Congress worker who respects the party leadership.”

On reports that Shivakumar’s spiritual guru has predicted he will become CM during this term, Suresh said, “I’m unaware of such claims. But it is natural for every region and community to wish their leader becomes CM. This has happened in every political cycle and should not be seen as wrong.”