Karnataka Congress president DK Shivakumar on Sunday asserted that his “mental, physical and political health” is perfectly fine, dismissing speculation around his resignation or internal party rifts. After meeting the Congress high command, he said there is “no situation” that requires him to step down as KPCC chief.

On Cabinet reshuffle talks in Karnataka, Shivakumar said that the matter has been left to the Chief Minister, who will consult the high command. “When I am called, I too will go,” he added.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar held parallel engagements in Delhi as the Congress high command weighs a long-pending cabinet expansion ahead of the December 8 Assembly session.

He emphasised that these tasks remain his responsibility and

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