Karnataka CM, Dy CM Meet Rahul Gandhi Amid Leadership Speculation

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar met with Rahul Gandhi at Mysuru airport amid ongoing speculation about a leadership tussle within the state Congress. While Siddaramaiah dismissed the rumors as media-driven and stated no political discussions occurred, Shivakumar's team released photos of him in a private conversation with Gandhi. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to the party high command's decision, with Siddaramaiah emphasizing that only he and Shivakumar are authorized to speak on leadership matters.