Belagavi: Power tussle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy D K Shivakumar entered the Assembly’s proceedings Wednesday when Leader of the Opposition R Ashoka said political uncertainty over the top post was affecting the state’s development.

Ashoka raked up the issue while concluding his debate on North Karnataka.

“North Karnataka development needs strong and decisive leadership. Without resolving the [leadership] issue, no region of the state can develop,” Ashoka argued.

Siddaramaiah, who was present in the Assembly, chose to listen without reacting. Shivakumar was not present.

Ashoka pointed out that Congress MLC Channaraj Hattiholi identified Shivakumar as the CM in a social media post. He also referred to the “king is alive” statement by Urban Development Minister BS

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