Karnataka leadership tussle escalates as Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar summoned to Delhi
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar have been summoned to New Delhi by the Congress high command for a May 26 meeting, amid intense speculation over a leadership change and cabinet reshuffle. The Congress government completed three years in office on May 20. Siddaramaiah insists on completing his five-year term, while Shivakumar’s supporters push for his elevation. The high command faces options including a reshuffle, a national role for Siddaramaiah, or a full leadership change.
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DK Shivakumar's Rise and Implications for South Indian Politics
Karnataka has undergone a leadership change, with DK Shivakumar succeeding the more senior Siddaramaiah as Chief Minister. This transition is expected to create ripples within the Congress party and the Karnataka government, especially as the state prepares for Assembly elections in two years. The article features a discussion with journalist and author Sugata Srinivasaraju, who has written books on HD Deve Gowda, Rahul Gandhi, and the Emergency, to analyze the political implications of this shift for both the state and broader south Indian politics.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar Set to Be Sworn In as Karnataka Chief Minister
D.K. Shivakumar, the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president and eight-time legislator, is set to be sworn in as the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. The ceremony marks the completion of a leadership transition from outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who resigned last week. Between 10 and 15 ministers are expected to be sworn in alongside Shivakumar, though the final list will be released by the Congress central leadership on the day of the ceremony. There is no clarity yet on Deputy Chief Minister posts. The cabinet is expected to be expanded after the Rajya Sabha elections. Senior Congress leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and chief ministers from Kerala, Telangana, and Himachal Pradesh will attend. Siddaramaiah has been appointed as a member of the Congress Working Committee. The event will be low-key, though supporters in Shivakumar's hometown Kanakapura plan large celebrations.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.DK Shivakumar Sworn In as Karnataka Chief Minister; New Cabinet Announced
On June 3, 2026, D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka, succeeding Siddaramaiah. Senior Dalit leader G. Parameshwara was appointed Deputy Chief Minister. The new cabinet includes 13 ministers, mostly veterans, with Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah as a notable new face. No women were inducted. The Congress high command's decision is seen as strategic, aiming to consolidate the Vokkaliga vote and strengthen the party for the 2028 Assembly and 2029 Lok Sabha elections. Additionally, retired IAS officer L.K. Atheeq was appointed Financial Advisor to the Chief Minister, and several other bureaucratic appointments were made. The article analyzes the political calculations behind the cabinet formation and the party's future electoral strategy.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.How D-Day Unfolded for D.K. Shivakumar, Reaching Across the Political Divide
The article details the events of June 3, 2026, when D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as Chief Minister of Karnataka. The day began with symbolic gestures, including calls to incoming MLAs and seeking his mother's blessings. Shivakumar, wearing traditional Kannada silk attire, made conciliatory visits to political rivals B.S. Yediyurappa and H.D. Deve Gowda to invite them. He received Congress high command leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge at the airport. The ceremony featured Chief Ministers from other Congress-ruled states and over 50 religious leaders from various faiths. Prime Minister Modi and JD(S) leader H.D. Kumaraswamy also sent wishes. The event underscored Shivakumar's effort to bridge political divides and project unity.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar Sworn In as 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka
On June 3, 2026, D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka, succeeding veteran OBC leader Siddaramaiah. The ceremony, held at Glass House in Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru, also saw the induction of 13 Cabinet ministers, including senior Dalit leader Dr. G. Parameshwara as Deputy Chief Minister. The Congress party, facing internal pressure over cabinet posts, opted for experienced leaders over fresh faces, with the notable exception of Dr. Yathindra Siddaramaiah, the former CM's son. The swearing-in was attended by prominent opposition figures including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administered the oath, and a second phase of cabinet expansion is expected after upcoming Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council polls.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Congress workers in Mysuru celebrate D.K. Shivakumar’s elevation as Chief Minister
Congress leaders and workers in Mysuru celebrated on June 3, 2026, as D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, ending years of anticipation. Supporters gathered at the Congress office to watch the ceremony live, raising slogans and distributing sweets. They hailed his elevation from Deputy Chief Minister as recognition of his decades of service. Party workers also welcomed the inclusion of Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in the new cabinet. Although some had campaigned for Yathindra to be Deputy Chief Minister, supporters expressed satisfaction with his cabinet induction. Yathindra had previously represented the Varuna constituency before stepping aside for his father.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar Sworn-in as 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka
On June 3, 2026, D.K. Shivakumar, an eight-time legislator and president of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, was sworn in as the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka. The ceremony took place at 4:15 p.m. at Lok Bhavan, marking the completion of a leadership transition from outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The event was reported by The Hindu, a major Indian news outlet.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Siddaramaiah's Imprint on First Batch of Ministers Sworn in with D.K. Shivakumar
Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has left a strong imprint on the 14-member Karnataka Cabinet headed by new Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, sworn in on June 3, 2026. Most ministers inducted are Siddaramaiah loyalists who served in his previous governments, including his son Yathindra Siddaramaiah. Notable absentees from the previous cabinet include H.C. Mahadevappa, H.K. Patil, and B.Z. Zameer Ahmed Khan. The cabinet formation is seen as a deft political exercise by the Congress high command, balancing community representation: Veerashaiva-Lingayat (3 ministers), Dalit (3), Vokkaliga (2 including the CM), and Kuruba (2). G. Parameshwara was appointed Deputy CM, a strategic move to manage ambitions. No woman legislator was inducted. The Speaker's post fell vacant with U.T. Khader's induction. Regionally, four ministers represent Bengaluru City, while others represent Kalyana Karnataka and Kittur Karnataka regions.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.DK Shivakumar invites Siddaramaiah, Yeddyurappa, Deve Gowda to his swearing-in ceremony in Bengaluru
Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D.K. Shivakumar personally visited outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa, and former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda to invite them to his swearing-in ceremony on June 3, 2026. The ceremony is scheduled to be held at Glass House in Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru, at 4:05 p.m. Shivakumar's gesture was widely appreciated across political circles as an attempt to reach out across party lines. He stated that leaders from all parties have contributed to Karnataka's development and that everyone must work together. The visits included setting aside differences with the JD(S) party by meeting Deve Gowda.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Karnataka government formation: 13 Cabinet Ministers to be sworn-in, G. Parameshwara to be Deputy Chief Minister
On June 3, 2026, D.K. Shivakumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Karnataka, with 13 cabinet ministers including G. Parameshwara as Deputy Chief Minister. The Congress party released the list hours before the ceremony. Notable inclusions are Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of outgoing CM Siddaramaiah, making his cabinet debut, and U.T. Khader, who resigned as Assembly Speaker to join the council. Other ministers include M.B. Patil, K.J. George, K.H. Muniyappa, Satish Jarkiholi, Ramalinga Reddy, Krishna Byregowda, Priyank Kharge, Ishwar Khandre, Byrathi Suresh, and Sharan Prakash Patil. The selections were based on seniority, caste, and regional equations.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar to be sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister
D.K. Shivakumar, eight-time legislator and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president, is set to be sworn in as the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. The ceremony follows the resignation of outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah last week, as directed by the Congress high command. A cabinet of 10-15 ministers is expected to be sworn in alongside Shivakumar, with further expansion after Rajya Sabha elections. The event will be attended by senior Congress leaders including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and chief ministers from Kerala, Telangana, and Himachal Pradesh. Religious leaders, students, workers, farmers' leaders, Dalit leaders, and Kannada activists have also been invited.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Karnataka Cabinet List to Be Finalized on June 3 Amid Intense Bargaining
The Congress central leadership is expected to announce the list of ministers to be sworn in alongside Karnataka Chief Minister-designate D.K. Shivakumar on June 3, following intense negotiations between outgoing CM Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar. Key sticking points include the creation of a Deputy Chief Minister post, the formation of a coordination committee, and the appointment of a new KPCC president. Multiple rounds of meetings were held in Delhi with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and other senior leaders. The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday evening, with 10-15 ministers expected to be inducted. Cabinet expansion is likely to occur only after the Rajya Sabha polls. Protests have erupted across Karnataka demanding deputy CM posts for various leaders, including Santosh Lad, K.H. Muniyappa, Priyanka Kharge, and Yathindra Siddaramaiah.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar Set to Be Sworn In as New Karnataka Chief Minister
The stage is set for D.K. Shivakumar, an eight-time legislator and Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee president, to be sworn in as the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru. The ceremony completes the leadership transition from outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who was appointed to the Congress Working Committee. The list of 10-15 Cabinet ministers to be sworn in alongside Shivakumar is expected to be released by the Congress central leadership. Notable attendees include Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Congress chief ministers from other states. The event will be low-key, though supporters in Shivakumar's hometown Kanakapura plan large celebrations. Traffic restrictions have been imposed in Bengaluru's central business district.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Congress names Siddaramaiah as Congress Working Committee member
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge appointed outgoing Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as a member of the Congress Working Committee (CWC) with immediate effect, according to a party statement on June 2, 2026. The announcement came one day before the swearing-in ceremony of chief minister-designate D K Shivakumar, following Siddaramaiah's resignation as CM. The top Congress leadership, including Rahul Gandhi and Kharge, held day-long deliberations with Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar to finalize the new Karnataka cabinet. Several Congress chief ministers and opposition leaders are expected to attend the oath ceremony.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Change in arrangement: on the leadership transition in Karnataka
D.K. Shivakumar is set to become Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, succeeding Siddaramaiah in a tightly managed transition by the Congress party. The move resolves grievances among Shivakumar's supporters who felt he deserved the post after leading the party's 2023 election campaign. The Congress high command aims to manage anti-incumbency and position for the 2028 Assembly elections. Shivakumar, a Vokkaliga, will face the BJP-JD(S) alliance, which may contest together to counter him. The article notes Karnataka's fiscal discipline, with a low revenue deficit of ₹19,500 crore in FY2025-26, but highlights stark regional disparities: Bengaluru Urban contributes 40% of GSDP while districts like Yadgir lag in human development. Shivakumar is urged to adopt a consultative approach and address chronic issues affecting the underprivileged.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Karnataka Cabinet Formation Delayed; Rahul Gandhi to Meet Leaders on Tuesday
The formation of the new Karnataka cabinet has been delayed by a day as a crucial meeting between senior Congress leaders and Rahul Gandhi was postponed to Tuesday morning. The swearing-in ceremony of newly-elected CLP leader D.K. Shivakumar remains scheduled for Wednesday evening. Most Congress leaders from Karnataka have gathered in Delhi to lobby for ministerial berths. Outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar have submitted their preferences to party in-charge Randeep Singh Surjewala. Discussions include the cabinet's size and composition, potential deputy chief ministers, and a coordination committee. The party may keep four cabinet berths vacant to manage potential dissidence. Yathindra Siddaramaiah, a contender for a cabinet post, expressed hope after Rahul Gandhi's assurance. Several legislators are camping in Delhi to lobby senior leaders.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.D.K. Shivakumar to be sworn-in as Karnataka Chief Minister on June 3
D.K. Shivakumar will be sworn in as Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026, at the Glass House in Lok Bhavan, Bengaluru. KPCC Working President G.C. Chandrashekar announced the decision, emphasizing a simple ceremony to minimize public inconvenience. He appealed to party workers not to attend the venue, stating that Shivakumar will later visit district centers to meet supporters. No passes will be issued, and only legislators will receive printed invites. The announcement precedes a Congress Legislative Party meeting scheduled for May 30, following leadership transition talks in New Delhi. The event marks a significant political shift in Karnataka's Congress leadership.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Karnataka Congress Begins Search for New State Party Chief as Shivakumar Set to Become CM
All India Congress Committee (AICC) president Mallikarjun Kharge announced on May 31, 2026, that the search for a new Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president has begun, as incumbent D.K. Shivakumar is set to become Chief Minister on June 3. Kharge stated that discussions are underway to find a dynamic leader who can strengthen the party organization with only 24 months left in the current legislative term. Satish Jarkiholi has emerged as the frontrunner, but other names are being considered as part of caste and regional combinations tied to Cabinet formation. The appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers is complicated by competition between Dalit Left leader K.H. Muniyappa and Dalit Right leaders G. Parameshwara and Priyank Kharge. Additionally, a proposal for a coordination committee headed by outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has received public support from Muniyappa, aiming to build consensus on contentious issues.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Congress President Kharge Says Discussions Underway for New Karnataka Party Chief
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge announced on May 31, 2026, that discussions are actively underway to appoint a successor for D.K. Shivakumar as Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president, following Shivakumar's impending elevation to Chief Minister. Speaking in Kalaburagi, Kharge stated the party is evaluating candidates for a dynamic leader who can work rapidly with only 24 months left in the legislative term. He clarified that no official proposal has been received regarding the new cabinet's composition or the creation of multiple Deputy Chief Minister posts to balance regional and community equations. Kharge indicated a multi-stage induction process, with a clearer picture expected after Shivakumar's swearing-in on June 3. The restructuring may occur in phases, with gaps of 15 days to a month between batches of ministerial inductions.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Siddaramaiah again urged to step into national politics
The Congress party high command has again urged outgoing Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to enter national politics, broaching the topic during the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting on May 30, 2026. Party leader K.C. Venugopal praised Siddaramaiah's contributions and indicated the party would utilize him at both state and national levels, aiming for a Congress comeback in the 2029 general elections. However, Siddaramaiah reiterated his refusal, stating he is not interested in national politics and wants to continue serving the remaining two years as a state legislator. This follows his recent decision to step down as Chief Minister to facilitate a power transition to D.K. Shivakumar. The party had previously suggested a Rajya Sabha seat, which Siddaramaiah also declined.
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