Siddaramaiah, the Chief Minister of Karnataka, submitted his resignation on Thursday, stating that the decision was made voluntarily following suggestions from the Congress high command. During a press conference, he clarified that he had no external pressure to resign and declined an offer to join the Rajya Sabha, expressing his intention to remain active in Karnataka politics. Siddaramaiah reflected on his achievements, claiming that nearly 300 of the promises made by his government in 2023 had been fulfilled, and highlighted Karnataka's strong economic indicators. The BJP reacted strongly to his resignation, accusing Congress of internal strife and governance failures. In contrast, Congress leaders defended Siddaramaiah's legacy, describing his resignation as a selfless act for the party's benefit. The leadership transition is expected to lead to the appointment of a new Chief Minister, with the Congress Legislature Party and All India Congress Committee tasked with making this decision. Siddaramaiah's tenure was marked by significant political milestones, including becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister in Karnataka's history.