In Bengaluru, Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara acknowledged that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress president, has a natural aspiration to become Chief Minister. Parameshwara stated that while Shivakumar's ambitions are understandable, the ultimate decision lies with the Congress party's high command. Amid ongoing speculation regarding a potential leadership change within the ruling Congress party, Parameshwara wished Shivakumar 'good luck' in his aspirations. Supporters of Shivakumar have been vocal about his elevation, citing a power-sharing agreement with current Chief Minister Siddaramaiah following the Congress victory in the 2023 Assembly elections. Speculation has intensified with the upcoming results of Assembly elections in four states and one union territory, expected after May 4. AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge has reassured that there will be no immediate change in leadership in Karnataka. He emphasized that any decisions regarding leadership will be made collectively after consultations with the party high command. Parameshwara also mentioned his recent dinner meeting with senior Congress leaders, where they discussed the political landscape but did not address the Chief Minister issue directly. He confirmed his intention to travel to New Delhi to meet with the party leadership as needed.