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'I will not contest 2028 assembly polls': Ex-Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah cites age, health, and 'corrupt politics'
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Siddaramaiah, former Karnataka chief minister, will not contest the 2028 Karnataka assembly elections.
He cited advancing age, declining health, and growing corruption in politics as reasons.
Siddaramaiah said he will remain active in public life but not seek electoral office again.
He noted he would be 81-82 years old by the 2028 election and his health is not robust.
Siddaramaiah reflected on his five-decade political career, stating he has not betrayed his conscience.
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