Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is open to either retaining his position or stepping down, depending on the Congress high command's decision, as stated by senior party leader KN Rajanna. This comes amid increasing pressure from supporters of Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who are advocating for a leadership change. Rajanna highlighted the urgency for the party leadership to resolve the matter, warning that ongoing uncertainty could negatively impact governance. He reiterated the importance of having a Dalit Chief Minister and noted that the final decision lies with the party leadership. The leadership debate is coinciding with visits by Karnataka ministers to New Delhi, seeking clarity on the situation. Some party leaders expect a decision post the announcement of election results in other states and upcoming bypolls in Karnataka, although this timeline may shift due to the Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections.