New Delhi:
The tussle over the top post in Karnataka has finally been resolved, with DK Shivakumar’s claim being backed unanimously by the Congress central leadership, sources told NDTV. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, sources said, has been offered a Rajya Sabha seat and asked to play a larger, national role from Delhi. He has asked for time to decide on that, sources said. But Siddaramaiah’s resignation is expected within the next two or three days, they underscored.
“The entire high command was for transition to DK Shivakumar,” sources said.
The Congress, which held a marathon six-hour meeting earlier today, had claimed that it was about the three Rajya Sabha seats in the state, warning the media against speculating.
“Discussions were held regarding the Rajya Sabha and MLC elections. There is no truth to any other speculation,” said party General Secretary KC Venugopal during the one-minute statement.
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