'No one can change his decision': Karnataka minister Yathindra says father Siddaramaiah 'firm' on skipping 2028 polls
Karnataka minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah said his father Siddaramaiah is firm on not contesting the 2028 Karnataka assembly elections.
Siddaramaiah, 78, has prioritized his health as he approaches 80 and will retire from electoral politics.
He will remain actively involved in politics and continue to champion vulnerable sections.
Siddaramaiah had previously announced the 2023 elections would be his last contest.
He stepped down as chief minister on May 28, 2026, following Congress high command directions, paving way for DK Shivakumar.
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