Siddaramaiah resigns as Karnataka CM

29-May-2026

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Siddaramaiah resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister on May 28 and submitted his resignation letter at the Governor's office, following directives from the party's high command. 

As the Governor was out of town, Siddaramaiah said he handed over the resignation letter to the official secretary. 

The outgoing Chief Minister stated the decision complies with the high command's instructions, reiterating a commitment to follow party orders.