Karnataka CM News: CLP Meeting Tomorrow To Decide Chief Minister; All Eyes On DK Shivakumar

Karnataka Legislative Council Chief Whip Saleem Ahmed said that the CLP meeting will be held tomorrow, where the announcement regarding the Chief Minister will be made.

Former Karnataka minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Friday reacted to Siddaramaiah’s resignation and praised his leadership and conduct. He said Siddaramaiah has set an example for the country.

Siddaramaiah arrived at his residence in Bengaluru after a visit to Delhi. Earlier in the day, he met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi.

#WATCH | Karnataka's caretaker CM Siddaramaiah arrives at his residence in Bengaluru.

Earlier today in Delhi, he met with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Lok Sabha leader Rahul Gandhi, and other leaders. pic.twitter.com/GcxB26cgN7

— ANI (@ANI) May 29, 2026

Congress leader DK Shivakumar met party president Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi in Delhi. The meeting comes amid ongoing discussions regarding Karnataka’s political developments.

Delhi: Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar met party President Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi

(Source: AICC) pic.twitter.com/LxDlbSQtE7

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"It seems that the political drama in Karnataka is still not over. Siddaramaiah, who until yesterday was the Chief Minister of Karnataka, resigned under pressure from the high command. He also clearly stated that he had been offered a Rajya Sabha seat, but he declined it," IANS quoted Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam.

Former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday said no decision had yet been taken regarding the formation of the new Cabinet in the state, adding that a Congress Legislative Party (CLP) meeting had been convened for Saturday.

Shivakumar said discussions with the Congress high command were still underway and all party MLAs had been asked to remain present in Bengaluru for the meeting.

"Everything is happening as requested by the high command. Nothing has been decided. Tomorrow we have called the CLP meeting, our central leaders have to come. We have to discuss with our high command. We have asked all MLAs to be present in Bengaluru. Apart from that, nothing else is there," said Shivakumar.

A high-level meeting of senior Congress leaders, including outgoing Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and senior leader KJ George, was held in New Delhi on Friday to discuss the formation of the new government in Karnataka.

Shivakumar also met other leaders of the Congress in a hotel in the national capital, earlier in the day. The developments come after Siddaramaiah resigned from the Chief Minister's position on Thursday.

Following Siddaramaiah's resignation as Karnataka Chief Minister, senior Congress leader Veerappa Moily on Friday described the development as a "smooth transition" and said the change in leadership had been planned when Siddaramaiah assumed office for a second term.

Speaking to ANI, Moily said Siddaramaiah had served both the party and the state effectively and expressed confidence that the Congress government would remain stable under the new leadership.

Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee President and former Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, on Friday paid glowing tribute to former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah following his resignation from the top post, describing his political journey as a symbol of resilience, perseverance and commitment to social justice.

The remarks have assumed significance as Shivakumar is a strong contender for the Chief Minister's post and the leadership tussle between Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah for a long period threatened to dent the image of the party.

The Congress high command will convene a crucial meeting in Bengaluru on Saturday, May 30, to elect a new Chief Minister. Senior leader and former minister HK Patil told ANI on Friday that the Congress Legislature Party meeting will be held at 4 pm on May 30.

A day after resigning as the chief minister of Karnataka, Congress leader Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi at Sonia Gandhi's 10, Janpath residence on Friday morning. He was accompanied by his son Yathindra. The meeting is seen as significant because Siddaramaiah will discuss his future course with the Congress leadership, after having already declined a Rajya Sabha seat.

While Shivakumar is almost certain to become the next chief minister, Siddaramaiah stated that the final decision will be taken by the Congress top brass. Earlier this week, both of the senior leaders were summoned to Delhi before the power share was announced by the current chief minister himself. A series of high-profile meetings were held in the presence of senior party leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, KC Venugopal, and Randeep Surjewala.

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Following Siddaramaiah's resignation as Karnataka Chief Minister, a banner congratulating Deputy CM DK Shivakumar as the "future Chief Minister" appeared near his residence on Friday, signalling the expected leadership transition.
The display, reportedly placed by an enthusiastic supporter, stated, "Hearty congratulations to the new, future Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar."

This comes as Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Friday accepted the resignation of Siddaramaiah as the CM, a day after the latter submitted his resignation.

Karnataka Governor Thaawrchand Gehlot on Friday accepted the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, a day after the latter submitted his resignation.

According to an official confirmation issued from Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, the Governor also dissolved the Council of Ministers headed by Siddaramaiah with immediate effect. However, Siddaramaiah will continue as Chief Minister until alternative arrangements are made.

Siddaramaiah met Ashok Gehlot and Congress General Secretary Randeep Surjewala at Jaipur Airport after his flight was diverted due to bad weather.

Karnataka minister K H Muniyappa said that a plan has already been formulated regarding the state’s Chief Minister transition. He said, "The Governor is currently not at the main office (headquarters). However, everything will be fine. We are all working together under the leadership of one Chief Minister. A plan has already been formulated."

In a post on X, Congress General Secretary K C Venugopal praised Siddaramaiah’s tenure as Karnataka CM, calling it transformative and people-centric.

The special flight carrying Siddaramaiah was diverted to Jaipur instead of Delhi due to adverse weather conditions, according to the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO).

The special flight carrying Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has landed in Jaipur instead of Delhi due to adverse weather conditions. State in charge, AICC General Secretary Randeep Surjewala, Ministers KJ George, Bairati Suresh, Legal Advisor Ponnanna, Legislative Council…

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot has arrived at Lok Bhavan.

#WATCH | Bengaluru: Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot arrives at Raj Bhavan. pic.twitter.com/vxUtva5Vfx

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Amid suspense over the next Chief Minister of Karnataka DK brother of DK Shivakumar, Suresh said the party leadership’s decision would be awaited. He said, “We will wait for some more time... Let everyone wait for the party’s decision."

DK Shivakumar arrived at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru before departing for New Delhi.

#WATCH | Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar arrives at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru; leaves for Delhi. pic.twitter.com/z3eFnZbeK3

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah has reportedly left for Delhi on Thursday. He is likely to meet the Congress high command regarding his resignation and the next steps in the state’s political developments.

STORY | Siddaramaiah leaves for Delhi to meet Cong leadership after resigning as K'taka CM

Shortly after tendering his resignation as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah left for New Delhi on Thursday, where he is likely to meet the Congress high command regarding his… pic.twitter.com/Mux3VF3PLI

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

In a post on X, Siddaramaiah reflected on his 48 years in public life, saying he has always tried to stand with the poor, oppressed, and neglected sections of society, calling it his greatest satisfaction.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah tweets, "Today, I went to Lok Bhavan and, in the absence of the Governor, handed over my resignation letter from the post of Chief Minister to the Governor’s Special Secretary... Through my forty-eight years in public life, I have always… pic.twitter.com/hO7XsxvYxe

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot arrived at Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar Airport in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

During the PC, Siddaramaiah said that the Congress high command had offered him a Rajya Sabha seat, but he politely declined it. He added that he has no interest in national politics and prefers to continue to work in state politics.

Cong top brass offered me Rajya Sabha seat, I politely declined it as I have no interest in national politics: Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/mtdaZ4PZi4

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

Speaking further, Siddaramaiah said that he has neither chased money nor craved building properties during his political career, describing his life in public service as an "open book."

Opposition built many false narratives against me, says Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/W578GTqs5p

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During the PC, Siddaramaiah said that the opposition has built many false narratives against him during his tenure as CM.

Opposition built many false narratives against me, says Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/W578GTqs5p

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah became emotional while reflecting on his tenure as Chief Minister after submitting his resignation.

#WATCH | Bengaluru | Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah gets emotional as he speaks about his tenure
He resigned from the CM post today. His resignation is yet to be accepted by the Karnataka Governor. pic.twitter.com/4FDxBaxCoL

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Supporters of Siddaramaiah staged protests in Yadgir following his resignation, raising slogans against the party high command.

VIDEO | Karnataka: Siddaramaiah supporters protest in Yadgir over his resignation and raise slogans against the Congress high command.

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/UfNyybgq3t

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah thanked the party leadership, including Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, for giving him the opportunity to serve as Chief Minister.

Bengaluru: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah says, "I have submitted my resignation today after the high command told me earlier to resign. I am fully confident that the Governor will accept it when he comes because it has to be done according to the Constitution...We are in the absolute… pic.twitter.com/zY2OT4B69d

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah said he is confident that the Governor will accept his resignation in accordance with Constitutional provisions.

'I am confident Governor would accept my resignation as per Constitutional provisions,' says CM Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/D66ujVfihe

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah said the party high command had directed him two days ago to step down from the post of Chief Minister.

'High command directed me two days ago to step down, accordingly I submitted my resignation today,' says Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/lE9NMARAPy

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 28, 2026

Speaking in Bengaluru, Siddaramaiah said he has submitted his resignation to the Governor’s Office as the Governor was not in the city at the time.

Bengaluru: "I have submitted my resignation to the Governor's Office. The Governor is not here; he is returning tonight. So, I submitted the resignation to his office," says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah pic.twitter.com/K48kn6Vjww

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah arrived in Bengaluru to address a press conference amid ongoing political developments in the state.

Prabhu Shankar, the Special Secretary to the Governor of Karnataka, said that the resignation of Siddaramaiah as Chief Minister has been received. He clarified that only Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot can formally accept the resignation.

Prabhu Shankar, Special Secretary to Karnataka Governor, says, "I have received the resignation of Siddaramaiah (as the CM), but only the Governor can accept it after he returns."

Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot left for his residence in Nagda, Madhya Pradesh, earlier today. pic.twitter.com/3ClBNsRos3

— ANI (@ANI) May 28, 2026

Siddaramaiah arrives at Lok Bhavan to submit resignation on Thursday.

Amid intense political speculation in Karnataka, Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot is expected to arrive in Bengaluru this evening by a special flight, sources said.

"It is a misfortune for Karnataka that this situation has arisen due to the imprudence of the Congress party's national leadership. They should have made a decision regarding this a year ago...The MLAs lack the necessary funds to carry out their work. Ministers are unsure how long they will remain in their posts, and the administrative officers are in a state of confusion. It would be good if a decision were finally taken now; it really doesn't matter who ultimately takes the helm. However, true to the culture long prevailing within the Congress party in Karnataka, everyone is fighting solely for their own personal gain vying for spoils, power, and position. No one seems to have any genuine interest in the development of Karnataka...This situation is truly unfortunate and regrettable for Karnataka," said BJP MP Lehar Singh Siroya on on Karnataka CM tussle.

Sources said Yatheendra Siddaramaiah, son of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, is likely to be inducted into the new cabinet expected to be formed under DK Shivakumar’s leadership.

The political journeys of Siddaramaiah and Nitish Kumar show the rise and gradual decline of socialist politics in India.

Both leaders emerged from the post-Emergency socialist wave of the 1970s–80s, built on anti-Congress politics and social justice ideals. Siddaramaiah entered the Karnataka Assembly in 1983 as a Lok Dal candidate, while Nitish Kumar won his first Bihar election in 1985 on a Janata Party ticket.

Siddaramaiah will address the press at 3 pm.

Minister HK Patil confirms that DK Shivakumar will be the new CM of Karnataka. He said, "Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that discussions were held at the high-command level and that the high command had suggested his resignation, which he readily and happily agreed to. He also said that the high command had proposed DK Shivakumar as the next Chief Minister, and he had agreed to that as well. He told us that it would be a unanimous decision, with no rift, dissent, or differences. DK Shivakumar will be the next Chief Minister. Siddaramaiah is not going to the Rajya Sabha; he will be going to Raj Bhavan at 3 pm."

After CM Siddaramaiah's breakfast meeting, Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy said, "By 3.30 pm, he is going to resign. He has thanked all our ministers for our cooperation."

Youth Congress Workers Perform Puja Seeking Deputy CM Post For Priyank Kharge.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah proposed Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s name for the top post during the meeting with party leaders, indicating that Shivakumar will be the next chief minister of Karnataka.

On Karnataka CM row, BJP MP & former CM, Basavaraj S Bommai says, "...Siddaramaiah, after completing his seven and half years almost eight years now he is resigning...From day one the date was fixed for period sharing between Siddaramaiah and D. K. Shivakumar and D. K. Shivakumar was making it very clear from day one that he is going to take over after 50% of the term.

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot reached his home in Nagda, Ujjain, to meet his ailing wife amid the ongoing political developments in Karnataka.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s resignation letter was submitted to Pankaj Kumar Mehta, Private Secretary to Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, amid the ongoing leadership transition in Karnataka.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah spoke to cabinet colleagues about the state’s financial management and the challenges faced by his government over the past three years. During the meeting, he is learnt to have highlighted the implementation of the Congress government’s guarantee schemes and the way the administration handled fiscal pressures, reports said.

On Karnataka CM row, BJP MP & former CM, Basavaraj S Bommai says, "...Siddaramaiah, after completing his seven and half years almost eight years now he is resigning...From day one the date was fixed for period sharing between Siddaramaiah and D. K. Shivakumar and D. K. Shivakumar was making it very clear from day one that he is going to take over after 50% of the term. He was edging him out in every day and every possible occasion. Siddaramaiah did not have a period of peaceful governance.

Karnataka Minister G Parameshwara said, "The Chief Minister has called all the ministers for breakfast and before he resigns, he wants to thank all the ministers for their cooperation. I am not aware whether he (Siddaramaiah) was offered a position in Delhi; it is up to the high command."

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah informed ministers during the breakfast meeting that he would step down from the post after lunch. According to reports, the resignation process will go ahead despite Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot being away from Bengaluru.

Amid strong speculations that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will tender his resignation to pave the way for the Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar to take over the reins of Karnataka, Lok Bhavan officials said on Thursday that the former has not yet sought time to meet Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot.

Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Thursday criticised the Congress leadership in the state, asserting that the people's interests will not be protected, no matter who takes charge as the Chief Minister, amid speculations around a leadership change.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah informed cabinet colleagues during the breakfast meeting attended by DK Shivakumar that he would step down after lunch.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar share a hug at the CM residence in Bengaluru at the breakfast meeting. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar also touched the feet of CM Siddaramaiah.