Siddaramaiah and D.K. Shivakumar: A public bonhomie that never let up

Despite internal tensions within the Congress in Karnataka, Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar, leaders of opposing factions, maintained a cordial public image. They were seen discussing power transfer in Delhi and even embraced after Siddaramaiah's resignation. Their unity was evident throughout their tenure, with frequent appearances together and gestures of support for each other. The transition of power from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar, though initially feared to be messy, unfolded smoothly.