Siddaramaiah’s two terms as Chief Minister differed significantly in terms of political authority and administrative control. During his first tenure, he emerged as the undisputed leader of the Congress in Karnataka.
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Political careers rarely follow a linear trajectory, and Siddaramaiah’s nearly five-decade-long public life has been marked by dramatic turns and political reinventions, culminating in his surpassing D. Devaraj Urs as Karnataka’s longest-serving Chief Minister.
A central figure in Karnataka politics since the mid-1980s, Siddaramaiah announced his resignation from the post of Chief Minister on May 28, 2026. Over the decades, he navigated the State’s complex political landscape through carefully crafted social alliances and a governance model centred on welfare and inclusivity.
Published – May 28, 2026 12:15 pm IST
