In a recent Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting, party leaders reiterated their encouragement for Siddaramaiah, the outgoing Chief Minister of Karnataka, to enter national politics. Congress General Secretary K.C. Venugopal acknowledged Siddaramaiah's significant contributions to the party and expressed the desire for him to aid in the Congress's efforts to regain power at the national level in the upcoming 2029 General elections. However, Siddaramaiah has consistently maintained his stance against pursuing a national political role. He stated that he would prefer to serve the remaining two years of his term as a legislator, focusing on state politics. After announcing his decision to step down, he confirmed his commitment to active participation in Karnataka's political landscape, despite the high command's invitation to consider a position in the Rajya Sabha. Siddaramaiah's firm refusal underscores his dedication to state-level issues and governance, even as the party seeks to leverage his experience for broader electoral success.