In a surprising turn of events, the Siddaramaiah camp has sent a group of 27 MLAs on an international trip to Australia and New Zealand, sparking speculation and tension within the Congress party. This move comes as a strategic response to Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's efforts to convene a Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting, aiming to challenge Siddaramaiah's leadership. The trip, which some party insiders suggest is a calculated move, has ignited a power struggle within the party. The Congress party returned to power in 2023, with whispers of an unspoken power-sharing agreement, where DK Shivakumar was expected to take over from Siddaramaiah. However, the Siddaramaiah camp's decision to send a delegation abroad has raised eyebrows and questions about the party's internal dynamics. The high command's attempt to contain the situation by urging MLAs to postpone their travel has not deterred all, indicating a potential divide within the party. This development leaves many wondering about the future of the Congress party and the outcome of the power struggle between these two influential leaders.
