With the appointment, Shivakumar will lead the government in the Assembly, while Yathindra will represent the government in the Council
The formation of the new Karnataka cabinet is being finalised, with discussions including potential deputy chief ministers and ministerial berths for key figures
Congress high command is tasked with finalising the ministerial list while balancing regional, caste, and social equations
Speculation is rife that there may be multiple Deputy CMs, and many ministers from the Siddaramaiah cabinet may not be retained.
In his last presser as CM, he reflects on his journey, highlights his government's welfare achievements, and emphasises his commitment to constitutional values
Siddaramaiah is likely to take a national role after taking up a Rajya Sabha berth while his son Yathindra is likely to deputy chief minister
AICC General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal clarified that the Congress top leaders' meeting with Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar focused on the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections and Karnataka MLC seats