New Delhi: Outgoing Chief Minister of Karnataka Siddaramaiah Met top Congress leaders in Delhi on Friday, a day after stepping down from the state’s top post.During his meeting with Rahul Gandhi at 10 Janpath, Siddaramaiah reportedly told him that he had fulfilled his promise of resigning as chief minister, paving the way for change in Karnataka.“He thanked Rahul Gandhi for giving him the opportunity to serve the state and informed him that he has resigned from the post of chief minister,” sources told PTI.A day earlier, Siddaramaiah had claimed that he was offered a Rajya Sabha seat and a national role in the party, but he “politely” declined.“I will continue to be in active politics. I have no interest in national politics,” Siddaramaiah said soon after stepping down on Thursday.He said, “I was also asked about Rajya Sabha. I rejected it. I want to stay in Karnataka politics.”PTI quoted sources as saying that during the meeting, Siddaramaiah presented a new list of demands.Sidda’s wish listEven though Siddaramaiah has resigned from the post of Chief Minister due to the agreement reached with the party high command and Deputy DK Shivakumar, his hold on the state politics and party remains intact.During the meeting with Rahul Gandhi, he discussed his future plans and the formation of a new government in Karnataka.According to PTI, Siddaramaiah has sought a place in the cabinet and an important ministry for his son Yatindra. It is understood that he has also submitted a list of his loyalists whom he wants to include in the new cabinet.Sources further told PTI that the Congress may restructure the party structure in the state, a process in which Siddaramaiah, considered the party’s tallest leader in Karnataka, is expected to play a major role.After meeting Rahul Gandhi, Siddaramaiah also met Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and discussed the formation of the new government in Karnataka and his future role in the party.“Shri Siddaramaiah’s public life has consistently reflected a deep commitment to dignity, compassion and social justice. From humble beginnings to serving as Chief Minister of Karnataka twice, he remained steadfast in his commitment to equality, harmony and the welfare of the marginalized.“Karnataka and Congress are grateful for his contribution to public life. Best wishes for his good health and continued service to the people,” Kharge said in a post on X while sharing pictures with Siddaramaiah.Shivakumar held separate meetings with Kharge and Venugopal during the day and later told the media that the Congress Legislature Party meeting would be held after confirming the timing with the party high command.Congress leader Salim Ahmed said a CLP meeting has been scheduled for 4 pm on Saturday in Bengaluru, which will be attended by Venugopal and Surjewala.Ahmed said, the name of the new chief minister will be announced in the meeting, after which the schedule of the swearing-in ceremony will be finalised.He said, “As far as the Cabinet composition is concerned, the decision on it will be taken by the party high command and the Chief Minister. Everything is going smoothly. The BJP may be surprised by the disciplined manner in which the Congress is handling the situation. They were predicting that the Congress would split or face disruption, but this process has sent a clear message.”