MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga Faces Disciplinary Action Over Leadership Remarks

The Congress State Disciplinary Committee has issued a show cause notice to Channagiri MLA Basavaraju V Shivaganga following his recent claims regarding a potential change in Karnataka's chief ministership. On Sunday, the committee addressed Shivaganga's comments suggesting that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar could become the next Karnataka CM after December.

These statements have stirred discussions around a leadership change, even though Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reassured his commitment to completing a full five-year term. The notice, signed by Disciplinary Committee Coordinator Nivedith Alwa, highlights the confusion and embarrassment caused within the party due to Shivaganga's comments.

Shivakumar, the Congress state president, expressed his displeasure over these publicly aired opinions, highlighting their breach of party discipline. Despite previous warnings against such remarks, Shivaganga persisted, warranting this latest disciplinary action.

(With inputs from agencies.)