Three more deputy CMs in Karnataka? Minister's suggestion creates buzz

Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna has suggested appointing three more deputy chief ministers in Karnataka, representing the Veerashaiva-Lingayat, SC/ST, and minority communities. Rajanna believes that this move will help the Congress party in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Some speculate that Rajanna's statement is a response to recent criticism of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah by MLC BK Hariprasad, who is aligned with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar. It is also seen as a way for Siddaramaiah's camp to counter Shivakumar's influence and keep him in check.