MYSURU: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy on Friday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accusing him of “hypocrisy” in the ongoing debate over dynastic politics and questioning his moral authority to comment on the issue. While expressing grief over the untimely demise of Siddaramaiah’s elder son, Kumaraswamy raised questions about the political induction of his younger son. Taking a swipe at Siddaramaiah’s political future, Kumaraswamy said the CM’s continuation in office would ultimately be decided by the people in the next election. He recalled that Siddaramaiah had earlier described a past election as his last, but continues to remain active in politics. “Now, he says he will continue in politics as long as he lives and even claims he will remain CM till 2028.

Source: Indian Express April 04, 2026 03:13 UTC