Bengaluru, Oct 2 (NationPress) In light of recent remarks made by state Congress officials concerning a supposed agreement between him and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah regarding the equal sharing of the CM's position, Karnataka Congress President and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar affirmed that no one holds the authority to comment on this issue and emphasized, "we will adhere to the high command's decision."

Addressing the media following the Gandhi Jayanti event at the KPCC office, Shivakumar offered a firm warning on Thursday in response to inquiries from reporters.

"Any discussions surrounding power-sharing are considered anti-party activities. Such discussions undermine the party's integrity," he declared.

Shivakumar urged all party members to avoid discussing this topic, noting that such statements damage the party's reputation in Karnataka.

"No one is authorized to comment on the power-sharing situation — including Kunigal Congress MLA Ranganath. I have instructed that a notice be sent to him," he remarked.

"There is no dialogue regarding power-sharing. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has previously issued a clarification on this matter. No one should discuss it. Those who persist in talking about it are tarnishing the party's standing," he continued.

He highlighted, "Regardless of whether someone is speaking in support of me or CM Siddaramaiah, it still detracts from the party's values. Any such remarks constitute anti-party behavior," he stressed.

Shivakumar reiterated that CM Siddaramaiah has made it clear that the high command's decision is definitive. "We will follow the high command's decision. The party is paramount over individual aspirations," he stated.

He also criticized the media, asserting, "Do not attempt to twist my words. I am not naive."

Taking aim at the opposition, he remarked, "Let BJP officials deal with their own internal matters. I wish them success in resolving their party's issues first."

"I have instructed KPCC Working President G.C. Chandrashekar to send notices to anyone who has commented on the power-sharing issue. I am stating clearly that no one should discuss this matter. Despite CM Siddaramaiah’s clear statement yesterday, certain media outlets are misrepresenting it. Siddaramaiah’s statement stands as final. No further conversations should occur on this topic," he added.

Earlier, during the Gandhi Jayanti program, he stated, "Without discipline within the party, it cannot endure."

When asked yet again if the High Command's decision is conclusive, he replied, "Didn't Siddaramaiah himself assert that we will adhere to the High Command's directives? His statement is the ultimate authority. The party holds the highest significance for us. We are disciplined soldiers who follow the party's guidance."

Responding to BJP leaders' assertion of a "November Revolution" within Congress, he said, "Let BJP leaders discuss revolutions in their own ranks. They should prioritize fixing their internal matters and establishing order. If necessary, I can even send them a tailor to help mend their issues. They should concentrate on their own challenges."

When asked about BJP leaders hosting events in RSS attire for the RSS centenary, he responded, "Let them conduct their own party functions. Why should I be concerned? You may find that interesting; we do not."

"Our ideology is rooted in nationalism, independence, and the teachings of Gandhiji. We remember 'Ishwar, Allah Tere Naam'. Will BJP leaders utter 'Allah'? Are they adhering to Gandhiji's principles? Even our national song recognizes all communities – Hindu, Christian, Muslim, Parsi, Jains.

"It declares India as a peaceful garden for all communities. The foundation of this nation is built on such inclusive ideologies. The BJP cannot distance itself from these realities. They must coexist with them," he concluded.