Pratap Simha accuses Siddaramaiah of reviving AHINDA politics to pressure Shivakumar
Former MP Pratap Simha has accused Congress leader Siddaramaiah of reviving the AHINDA movement to pressure Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Simha claims internal party friction is growing and that Siddaramaiah is prioritizing his son's political future over the party's core base.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing political instability and factionalism within the ruling Congress party in Karnataka, which could impact state governance.
Pratap Simha, Former MP, alleged that former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was seeking to revive the AHINDA movement to exert pressure on Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and destabilise his government.
Speaking to presspersons while participating in the ‘Ballari Chalo’ padayatra in Kampli taluk on Monday, Mr. Simha alleged that Mr. Siddaramaiah was reviving the AHINDA plank as Mr. Shivakumar was no longer heeding his views.
Mr. Simha said differences within the Congress had become more visible, with senior leaders, including Minister Satish Jarkiholi, questioning Mr. Siddaramaiah’s leadership. He also said the alleged poor turnout at the convention held at Bengaluru’s Palace Grounds indicated a decline in Mr. Siddaramaiah’s support.
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