Siddaramaiah resignation: Tracing his long political history
Siddaramaiah’s two terms as Prime 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. | Photo Credit: MURALI KUMAR K
Political careers rarely follow a linear trajectory, and Siddaramaiah’s nearly five decades of public life were marked by dramatic transformations and political realignments, culminating in him surpassing D. Devaraj Urs as the longest-serving Chief Minister of Karnataka.
Siddaramaiah, one of the central figures in Karnataka politics since the mid-1980s, announced his resignation from the post of Chief Minister on May 28, 2026. For decades, he navigated the State’s complex political landscape through carefully crafted social alliances and a governance model focused on prosperity and inclusion.
It was published – 28 May 2026 12:15 IST
