Karnataka ex-CM Siddaramaiah to skip 2028 Assembly polls, says 'political field has become corrupted'
Former Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced he will not contest the 2028 Assembly elections, citing health concerns and a belief that the political landscape has become corrupted. At 79, he stated that he can no longer work with the same enthusiasm and emphasized his intention to remain active in public life despite stepping away from electoral politics. Siddaramaiah's decision reflects his disillusionment with modern electoral practices, contrasting them with his earlier experiences in politics.