India, June 29 -- Amid swirling speculation over a potential leadership change in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's son and Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah on Saturday firmly dismissed such rumours, asserting that his father will serve out the full five-year term.

Speaking to reporters, Yathindra made it clear that Siddaramaiah continues to enjoy the unwavering backing of both the Congress high command and the party's MLAs. "The government is functioning without any hurdles. The high command has not spoken about any change in leadership, nor have they given any indication of it. My father will remain chief minister for the full five years," he said.

His remarks come in response to recent comments by Cooperation Minister K N R...