New Delhi, May 28 -- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is likely to step down today, paving the way for his deputy, DK Shivakumar, to take over. The move could finally bring an end to months of speculation over a leadership change in the Congress government in Karnataka.

Siddaramaiah is Karnataka's longest-serving CM. He is also the only chief minister of Karnataka after Devraj Urs to complete five years. Siddaramaiah was in the office for 1,829 days in his first term from 13 May 2013 to 15 May 2018.

In his second term, since 20 May 2023, he has completed over three years, 1105 days to be precise on Thursday, 28 May.

Devraj Urs served as a two-term chief minister, holding office for 2,113 days from 20 March 1972 to 31 December 1977...