Hope or Hype? What CM Shivakumar’s ‘Opening Act’ Tells Us About Karnataka’s Future
The state’s janata should be willing to give him a bit of time if they believe his intentions are noble and people-centric.
The state’s janata should be willing to give him a bit of time if they believe his intentions are noble and people-centric.
The incident comes amid mounting protests from Bidadi farmers over land acquisition for the township project.
Fifteen lakh saplings. Twelve hours. One Guinness World Record. Now BJP says most of them are already dead near the drains. The record still stands, but so do some very pointed questions.
The Chief Minister urged people, especially the youth, to actively participate in efforts against addiction and support the campaign for a drug-free state.
He has urged students and healthcare professionals to come up as ambassadors of a drug-free Karnataka.
The remark came a day after Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said he does not view the Chief Minister's post as important, adding that bringing the party back to power in the southern state was crucial for him.
Kharge further stated that the party high command, including him, Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, will sit together and deliberate on the issue.
DK Shivakumar downplayed talk of a leadership change in Karnataka, saying he would not “embarrass or weaken” the Congress. He recalled past public support, stressed collective leadership, and urged a focus on the 2028–29 elections.
He clarified that the MLAs went to Delhi to meet the central leadership seeking ministerial berths for themselves ahead of the likely Cabinet reshuffle.
Siddaramaiah said that he will complete his full five-year term as Chief Minister.
