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Siddaramaiahs absences fuel speculation over next move

The absence of Congress leader Siddaramaiah from a significant party meeting has stirred up political chatter. Having declared he wont run in the 2028 assembly elections, the focus now shifts to his son Yathindra, who is likely to carry on his father's political journey. With Shivakumar regularly seeking Siddaramaiahs advice and appointing Yathindra to the cabinet, these developments lead many to doubt Siddaramaiahs commitment to an active role in politics.

19 Aug 2026 11:51 pm