Sadiq Pahilwan, Congress MLA Rizwan Arshad, along with other party leaders from the Muslim community, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on May 6, 2026.
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In a show of unity following the Congress victory in the byelections to the Davanagere South Assembly constituency, minority community leaders appear to be coming together once again.
Sadiq Pahilwan, who withdrew from the electoral contest in Davanagere South, met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday (May 6, 2026). Though he was initially keen to contest as a rebel candidate, he stepped down after discussions with Mr. Siddaramaiah and KPCC chief and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar.
Published – May 06, 2026 01:41 pm IST
