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.