Supporters across Karnataka protested Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's decision to resign. Emotional scenes unfolded outside his official residence as crowds urged him to stay. In Shivamogga, protests included tyre burning. A silent protest was also held in Yadgir. Law Minister H K Patil confirmed Siddaramaiah informed ministers of his decision and that Deputy CM D K Shivakumar will be his successor following party instructions.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is expected to resign tomorrow, as sources indicate mounting pressure from Congress leadership for a political transition in the state.

Karnataka's political landscape is on the verge of transformation as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has revealed his plans to resign. Breaking the news to veteran MLA R V Deshpande,…