Bengaluru, May 27 -- Karnataka plunged deeper into political uncertainty on Wednesday as turmoil intensified within the ruling Congress, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah reportedly seeking an appointment with Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot amid mounting speculation over a possible leadership transition in the state.

The development triggered fresh political buzz in Bengaluru, with growing indications of hectic consultations within the Congress leadership over the future course of the government and the party's power structure in Karnataka.

According to reports, Siddaramaiah sought time to meet the Governor at Raj Bhavan on Thursday afternoon, even as party insiders indicated that Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar remained central to ongo...