Published May 29, 2026 | 10:12 AM ⚊ Updated May 29, 2026 | 10:12 AM
Siddaramaiah and Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot. (File image)
Synopsis: Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accepted the resignation of Siddaramaiah as the chief minister of Karnataka. Siddaramaiah tendered his resignation on Thursday evening at Governor Gehlot’s office.
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Friday, 29 May, accepted the resignation of Siddaramaiah as the chief minister of Karnataka.
“In exercise of the powers conferred on me under Article 164(1) of the Constitution of India, I, THAAWARCHAND GEHLOT, Governor of Karnataka, have accepted the resignation of Shri. Siddaramaiah, Chief Minister of Karnataka, dissolved the Council of Ministers headed by him with immediate effect. Shri Siddaramaiah shall continue to function as Chief Minister till alternative arrangements are made,” the Governor said.
Siddaramaiah tendered his resignation on Thursday evening at Governor Gehlot’s office.
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Addressing a press conference soon after submitting his resignation, Siddaramaiah thanked the people of Karnataka, his Cabinet colleagues and the All India Congress Committee (AICC) leadership.
“I have always said that whenever the high command indicates, I will resign. When I was asked to step down, I told them I would resign on Thursday. Accordingly, I have submitted my resignation,” he said.
Siddaramaiah had also ruled out a move to the Rajya Sabha, saying he would remain active in Karnataka politics and fight against communal forces till “his last breath”.
“I have told them that I will not be able to go to the Rajya Sabha. I will remain in state politics. The people have elected me for five years. There are still two years left. I will continue to serve as an MLA on behalf of the people of my constituency. I have said that I will fight against communal forces. If you ask about my political role, that is it,” he said.
He also categorically denied that there had been any pressure from the party leadership to resign.
“I have been saying this from the beginning itself – whenever the high command asks, I will resign. What pressure is there in that? I myself voluntarily resigned immediately after they told me.”
On the choice of the next Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah said the decision would rest with the party leadership.
“Whatever decision the legislative party takes, whatever decision the parliamentary party takes, and whatever decision the high command takes,” added.
