Amidst ongoing speculation regarding a change in leadership in Karnataka, Minister Ramalinga Reddy has asserted that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will complete his full five-year term. This statement comes amidst swirling rumors of a potential power-sharing agreement between Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.

Siddaramaiah himself has firmly denied any such agreement, stating that he will remain in office for the entire term and lead the party in the next Assembly elections in 2028. He has also dismissed reports that the Congress high command has asked him to step down or make way for Shivakumar.

In a clear message to the Congress high command and his supporters, Siddaramaiah has sought to quell all speculation about a leadership change. He has stated that there is no vacancy for the top post and that he will serve a full term.

While Shivakumar has also expressed his aspirations for the Chief Minister's position, Siddaramaiah has downplayed any potential conflict, stating that there is nothing wrong with nurturing political ambitions. He also noted that Shivakumar himself has acknowledged that the Chief Minister's chair is not currently vacant.

The issue of leadership change has been a recurring topic in Karnataka politics since the Congress party won the 2023 state Assembly elections. Speculation has been fueled by meetings between Congress leaders and MLAs, as well as statements from various ministers.

However, Siddaramaiah has consistently maintained that there is no discussion of a change in leadership within the party. He has also clarified that meetings between AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala and MLAs were not related to assessing support for a leadership change.

Minister Ramalinga Reddy has echoed this sentiment, asserting that all is well within the state Congress and that the high command's decision is final. He has also lauded Siddaramaiah as a hardworking and popular Chief Minister who is committed to development works.

Siddaramaiah's firm stance on completing his full term has been interpreted as a move to reassure his supporters and send a message to the party high command that he remains in charge. He has also hinted that he will lead the party in the 2028 Assembly elections, similar to the 2023 elections.

Despite these assurances, speculation about a potential leadership change continues to surface. Some reports suggest that efforts are underway to replace Shivakumar as the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) chief, potentially further complicating the political dynamics within the state.

Amidst these political undercurrents, Siddaramaiah has also addressed the state's financial condition, assuring that there is sufficient money and that the government is committed to its development agenda. He has also criticized the previous BJP government, accusing them of looting the state.

As the political landscape in Karnataka continues to evolve, the focus remains on whether Siddaramaiah will indeed complete his full five-year term as Chief Minister, as asserted by Minister Ramalinga Reddy and by Siddaramaiah himself. The coming months will likely reveal more about the internal dynamics of the Congress party and the future of leadership in the state.