BENGALURU: Amid the leadership row, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stated that he will continue as Chief Minister if the high command decides so.
He further reiterated on Monday that he will abide by the decision of the high command.
The statements have assumed significance as recently CM Siddaramaiah had asserted that he will be the CM for the full five-year term and he will present budgets for the rest of the term.
Siddaramaiah met AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday night in Bengaluru and held a lengthy discussion.
Speaking to reporters in Chikkaballapur city on Monday, in response to questions about the power-sharing agreement and a possible leadership change, he said, “The final decision on all matters will be taken by the high command. I will do as instructed by the high command. If they want me to continue as the Chief Minister, I will continue. I will act as per the instructions of the high command.”