Rahul Gandhi Meets Karnataka Leaders Amid Speculation Over State Leadership

Karnataka Congress leaders Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi twice at Mysuru airport during his transit between Tamil Nadu and New Delhi. These brief, separate and joint interactions have intensified speculation about a leadership tussle and possible power-sharing arrangement in the state. Shivakumar posted a cryptic message fueling further political buzz. Both leaders and party officials have downplayed discord, emphasizing that decisions rest with the Congress high command, which may call them to Delhi for discussions soon.