DK Shivakumar to be sworn in as Karnataka CM on June 3rd: KC Venugopal after CLP meeting
Bengaluru, May 30
After the Congress Legislative Party meeting in Karnataka, the Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Saturday announced that former Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as Karnataka CM on June 3.
Addressing the press conference here, Venugopal said that the CLP unanimously elected DK Shivakumar as the leader of the Legislative Party.
"Now, he (Shivakumar) is going to Raj Bhavan to stake claim as Chief Minister, and he will be sworn in as Chief Minister on the evening of June 3rd with his team," Venugopal told reporters.
"Congress high command suggested the name of DK Shivakumar as the leader of Congress Legislative Party. Siddaramaiah ji proposed the name of DK Shivakumar as the new leader of the Legislature Party. Dr G Parameshwara seconded it. CLP unanimously accepted the name moved by Siddaramaiah. I would like to proudly announce that the Legislative Party unanimously elected DK Shivakumar as the leader of the Legislative Party," he added.
Venugopal also added that the Congress Legislature Party unanimously acknowledged Siddaramaiah's service as Chief Minister for the last eight years.
"Everyone thought this change would be a problem for the Congress Party. Everyone anticipated this. We are a family, a great family. The Congress Legislature Party unanimously acknowledges Siddaramaiah's service as Chief Minister for the last eight years. That resolution was moved by none other than DK Shivakumar. He presented a resolution congratulating him for his excellent service as Chief Minister of Karnataka. This is a proud moment for the Congress Party. In 2028, Congress will return to power in Karnataka with the support of all the leaders," he said.
"In 2028, Congress will return to power in Karnataka with the support of all the leaders," he stressed.
Meanwhile, outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, along with Congress chief Shivakumar, arrived at Lok Bhavan to inform the Governor about the party's decision.
Siddaramaiah had stepped down on May 28, stating that his resignation was "voluntary" and based on the suggestion of the party high command.
After Siddaramaiah's resignation, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot dissolved the Council of Ministers with immediate effect. However, Siddaramaiah has been asked to continue as Chief Minister until alternative arrangements are made.
The Congress government in Karnataka has completed three years. The party is also deliberating the contours of the ministry formation.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great to see the Congress party handling succession smoothly without any public drama. The way Siddaramaiah proposed Shivakumar's name shows maturity in our democracy. But I hope DK focuses on Bengaluru's infrastructure which is badly in need of repair 😔
Honestly, I'm voting BJP next time. This is just musical chairs between two leaders. Nothing changes for common people - roads are still bad, education system is weak, and corruption is everywhere. But kudos to Congress for managing the transfer of power without factionalism. For now.
Siddaramaiah ji has done good work for farmers and backward classes. Seven years is a long innings. Now DK bhai will bring his own energy - he's a master of logistics and party organization. Let's see if he can translate that to governance. Hopeful but realistic 🤞
Interesting timing with the 2024 elections coming. This change seems well-planned by the high command. DK Shivakumar's Vokkaliga background could help Congress consolidate that vote bank while Siddaramaiah still has Ahinda support. Smart political move, let's see how it plays out.
Respect to Siddaramaiah for gracefully stepping aside and proposing DK's name. That's what party discipline looks like. But the real test begins now - can this team deliver on guarantees like free electricity and housing? Also, Bengaluru needs immediate attention on traffic and water. June 3 can't come soon enough!
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