80 To 90 MLAs seek CM Chance for DK Shivakumar, says Congress MLA Iqbal

Karnataka Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain said at least 80 party MLAs have proposed Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar’s name to the high command for the chief minister’s post. 

Speaking to Media, Hussain criticised Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah for repeatedly making statements supporting his father and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He urged him to maintain discipline and avoid embarrassing the party



leadership.

He said the matter has been left to the party high command and added that many legislators want Shivakumar to be given a chance during the current tenure. According to him, leaders should avoid making statements that create confusion. 

Congress MLC Channaraj Hattiholi also expressed support for Shivakumar, saying he hoped the Deputy Chief Minister would become CM soon in this term.