Karnataka Deputy CM D K Shivakumar to Meet Congress Leaders in Delhi, Denies Leadership Speculation

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Congress state president D K Shivakumar is expected to visit Delhi on January 16 to meet senior Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. Shivakumar described his recent interactions with Gandhi as routine political discussions, denying any special significance or leadership change rumors. He linked his social media post about prayers to the ongoing Cauvery water dispute and court decisions. Shivakumar emphasized continuing the party's work in Karnataka and declined to disclose details of his meetings.