Before and after: 9ft Siddaramaiah statue appears overnight in Kalaburagi, gone before DKS passes by

A nine-foot Siddaramaiah statue appeared overnight at Kalaburagi's High Court Circle. Municipal officials removed the unauthorized statue hours later under police protection. This removal occurred shortly before Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's scheduled visit to the city. The statue's installation was reportedly done by supporters demanding a name change. This incident highlights ongoing political dynamics within the ruling Congress party.