Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar Takes Oath, G Parameshwara Is His Deputy
DK Shivakumar, a prominent face of the Congress party in south India, has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, marking the end of a prolonged power struggle that had made headlines for...
DK Shivakumar, a prominent face of the Congress party in south India, has taken oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, marking the end of a prolonged power struggle that had made headlines for over two years. His cabinet, comprising 13 ministers including UT Khader, MB Patil, KJ George, and others, also took oath on the occasion. Notably, G Parameshwara, the former home minister, was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister.
Cabinet Formation and Expectations
The newly formed cabinet is expected to be expanded after the Rajya Sabha elections. The current lineup includes Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, as well as other experienced leaders. During the oath ceremony, DK Shivakumar was seen carrying a copy of the Constitution, a gesture that has become a trend among Congress leaders since the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Deputy Chief Minister: A Balancing Act
The selection of G Parameshwara as the Deputy Chief Minister is seen as a strategic move by the Congress party to balance the power dynamics in the state. Parameshwara, an influential leader among the Dalit community, is also a close confidant of Siddaramaiah. This appointment is expected to help Shivakumar navigate the complex political landscape of Karnataka.
UT Khader
MB Patil
KJ George
KH Muniyappa
Satish Jarkiholi
Ramalinga Reddy
Krishna Byregowda
Priyank Kharge
Ishwar Khandre
Byrathi Suresh
Sharan Prakash Patil
Yathindra Siddaramaiah
The oath ceremony was attended by several high-profile leaders, including Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and other Chief Ministers from neighboring states. Earlier in the day, Shivakumar had met with Siddaramaiah, BS Yediyurappa, and HD Deve Gowda, inviting them to the oath ceremony.
DK Shivakumar's Journey to the Top
Shivakumar's ascension to the Chief Minister's post is seen as a culmination of his long campaign for the top spot. His supporters had been pushing for his elevation, despite Siddaramaiah's initial reluctance to step down. The Congress high command had reportedly promised a rotating Chief Ministership when the party formed the government in Karnataka in 2023.
Shivakumar has expressed his gratitude to the Gandhi family for their support throughout his political journey. In a social media post, he praised Rajiv Gandhi for seeing potential in him as a young worker and encouraging him to dedicate himself to public service. He also acknowledged the role of Sonia Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in his political career.
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