G Parameshwara Named Deputy CM in DK Shivakumar Government, Sparking Power Tussle Fears

The elevation of G Parameshwara as the Deputy Chief Minister in Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s government in Bengaluru has revived concerns of an internal political power struggle within the Karnataka state leadership. The new appointment has brought back memories of past rivalries due to the Congress party's history of competing authority centres in the state.

The political development draws direct parallels to previous administrations. During Siddaramaiah's second tenure as Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar served as the Deputy Chief Minister. During that period, Shivakumar was widely perceived by political observers as operating a parallel centre of authority within the government.

Similarly, during Siddaramaiah’s first term as Chief Minister from 2013 to 2018, G Parameshwara held the position of Karnataka Congress president. During those years, Parameshwara engaged in a prolonged battle with the Chief Minister. The conflict primarily focused on key administrative appointments and the overall organisational control of the party.

With G Parameshwara now stepping into the role of Deputy Chief Minister under DK Shivakumar, local political circles are closely watching how the two leaders will share power. The arrangement has renewed apprehensions regarding potential instability and administrative friction between the top leaders in Karnataka.