Since DK Shivakumar became Chief Minister of Karnataka, internal conflicts within Congress have surfaced. Recently, MLA Yashvantharayagowda Patil resigned over drought management issues affecting his constituency. Although his resignation was not accepted, the situation raised concerns about the party's leadership. Additionally, tensions escalated in the assembly between Congress MLAs Roopa Kala Shashidhar and SN Narayanaswamy. The challenges indicate ongoing struggles within the party under Shivakumar’s leadership.