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Siddaramaiah Steps Down as Karnataka Chief Minister
Siddaramaiah formally resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on Thursday, May 28, bringing an end to his second tenure. He submitted his resignation to the Governor's Secretary in Bengaluru, following directives from the Congress high command. This leadership change paves the way for Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar to assume the top post, concluding months of speculation regarding a power-sharing arrangement within the state Congress unit. Siddaramaiah, who first became Chief Minister in May 2013 and returned to office in May 2023, has the distinction of being Karnataka's longest-serving Chief Minister across his two terms.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on May 28, 2026.
His resignation followed directions from the Congress high command.
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is expected to succeed him.
This concludes his second term, which began in May 2023, making him Karnataka's longest-serving CM.
WHY IT MATTERS
The leadership transition in Karnataka's Congress government reflects internal party dynamics and a reported power-sharing agreement, potentially impacting the state's political landscape and governance priorities.