A video of former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah fuming at a man seeking a ministerial berth for party leader B Z Zameer Ahmad Khan has gone viral on social media. The incident occurred when a supporter approached Siddaramaiah, urging him to ensure Zameer’s induction into the DK Shivakumar-led Cabinet.
In the clip, Siddaramaiah can be seen visibly agitated, retorting, “Did I ask him to work against me and the party?” The man had been pressing the Congress veteran to recommend Zameer for a cabinet position, but Siddaramaiah dismissed the request with sharp words.
The video has sparked widespread discussion, with many interpreting it as a sign of internal tensions within the Karnataka Congress. Zameer, a prominent Muslim leader from the old Mysuru region, has been a loyalist of Siddaramaiah but recently aligned with Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar.
Political observers note that the exchange reflects the ongoing power dynamics in the state Congress, where factions loyal to Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar are vying for influence. While Siddaramaiah has publicly supported the current leadership, his outburst suggests underlying friction.
The supporter, whose identity remains unknown, was seen pleading with Siddaramaiah, but the former CM’s reaction left him visibly embarrassed. The incident has since been widely shared on social media platforms, drawing mixed reactions from netizens.
As of now, neither Siddaramaiah nor Zameer have commented on the video. The Congress party is expected to finalize its cabinet expansion soon, and such episodes may complicate the decision-making process.
