The great Karnataka power swap: Will the transition be smooth? Experts weigh in

Karnataka faces a significant political transition as the Chief Minister Siddaramaiah prepares to submit his resignation to the Governor following directives from the party high command. Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is likely to assume the leadership role, prompting protests from supporters demanding the outgoing leader remain to finalise the state caste survey report. Simultaneously, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met with the Prime Minister Modi, Finance Minister, and Home Minister in Delhi to discuss regional issues and request that the state anthem precede the national song at official events. In Kerala, the Enforcement Directorate conducted a raid on the former Chief Minister’s residence regarding a money laundering investigation involving an information technology firm. This action triggered violent demonstrations and vandalism by left-wing workers against security personnel and official vehicles.