Karnataka Power Shake-Up: Shivakumar Meets Rahul Gandhi In Delhi, May Take Oath On June 3

Karnataka Power Shake-Up: DK Shivakumar will take oath as 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka at the Lok Bhavan on June 3, sources said.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: The Karnataka Congress legislature party is scheduled to meet on May 30 (Saturday) at 4 pm at the conference hall in Vidhana Soudha in which a new leader is slated to be elected, sources from within the party said.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar met Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in Delhi.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Amid the political upheavel in Karnataka, CM-designate DK Shivakumar downplayed speculation on the oath-taking ceremony saying, “I do not know who will be elected as the Congress Legislative Party (CLP) leader yet." 

“Until that decision is officially formalised by the legislators, how can I say when the oath-taking ceremony will take place?" he added.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met Congress general secretary (organisation) KC Venugopal in Delhi, after his party colleague Siddharamaiah stepped down from the top position in the state.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: DK Shivakumar is on his way to Delhi, reportedly for a meeting with the high command. Republic Kannada has accessed a photo of the Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister on his way to the national capital, where is is seen sorting out the list of probabale Ministers for the cabinet berth.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: DK Shivakumar expresses gratitude for Siddaramaiah's leadership as he steps down as Chief Minister, acknowledging his wisdom and experience while looking forward to continuing their journey for Karnataka's people.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Outgoing Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah met Congress chief Kharge in Delhi, joined by Ministers Priyank Kharge, KJ George, and son Yathindra, following meetings with Sonia and Rahul Gandhi.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Outgoing Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Congress in-charge Randeep Surjewala met Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to discuss cabinet reshuffle, Rajya Sabha elections, and political matters. Surjewala described the meeting with Rahul as pleasant, noting multiple political issues were addressed.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Congress leaders await acceptance of the resignation letter, prompting a Congress Legislature Party (CLP) meeting to elect a new leader. Meanwhile, Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar are in Delhi to finalize the new cabinet composition and berth-sharing formula, with the minister list likely concluded by day's end, and a swearing-in ceremony expected on the 1st or 3rd.
 

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Governor Tawarchand Gehlot has accepted Siddaramaiah's resignation as Chief Minister, enabling Congress to elect a new Legislature Party leader. The decision followed uncertainty regarding its timing due to ongoing preparations for the Vice President's visit.
 

Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar has arrived at the Karnataka Bhavan in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri to hold consultations with the Congress High Command regarding the state's leadership transition.

The flight that was set to carry Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to New Delhi has landed in Jaipur instead due to adverse weather conditions. State in charge, AICC General Secretary Randeep Surjewala, Ministers KJ George, Bairati Suresh, Legal Advisor Ponnanna, Legislative Council Member Dr Yatindra, AICC Secretary Abhishek Dutt are also on the flight.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has departed for Delhi to hold consultations with the Congress High Command regarding the state's leadership transition.

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has left from Siddaramaiah's office as the press conference being addressed by Siddaramaiah ended. The conference was held after Siddaramaiah submitted his resignation from the post of CM. Shivakumar is likely to take oath as the CM on May 30.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, Deputy DK Shivakumar, Home Minister G Parameshwara and other Congress MLAs displayed a show of strength by holding hands and posing for the camera.

Shivakumar is likely to take oath as the CM on May 30 after a reported power tussle with Siddaramaiah.

After resigning from the post of Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah revealed that Congress has told him to go to the Rajya Sabha, adding that he said no. He stressed that he will stay in “active politics”.

“I have told the party high command that I don’t want to go to the Rajya Sabha. I will remain in Karnataka politics till my last breath,” he further said.

Siddaramaiah gave an emotional speech after resigning from the post of Karnataka Chief Minister. He said, “Thank you to everyone who showed me love, when I was the Chief Minister for 2 times, from 2013 to 2018. From 2013 to this day, my colleagues who worked with me on this occasion have expressed all kinds of support, cooperation and love for me. I am a friend to them.”

He added that he comes from a village and never dreamed that he would one day become an MLA, a minister or a Chief Minister. “I came into politics by accident because no one in my family was in politics,” he further said.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: After submitting his resignation from the post of Karnataka Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah got emotional during a press conference as he spoke about his tenure. Saying that he is grateful to the Congress High Command, Siddaramaiah said he did his best to fulfill promises in the manifesto.

Siddaramaiah officially submitted his resignation as Karnataka Chief Minister. Governor’s Secretary Prabhushankar received the resignation letter on behalf of the Governor. DK Shivakumar and Home Minister G Parameshwara accompanied Siddaramaiah, who is scheduled to leave for Delhi at 4 PM.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has arrived at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru alongside Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to tender his resignation. The two leaders reached the venue following a high-level breakfast meeting at the Chief Minister's official residence, 'Kaveri'. Both leaders would also address a press conference later today.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: CM Siddaramaiah is reportedly angry with the high command's order for immediate resignation, seeking more time but not receiving consent, showing discontent over the request to resign.
 

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Dk Shivakumar has come back home after his meeting with CM Siddaramaiah. Siddaramaiah is expected to step down as chief minister today. Karnataka minister HK Patil has stated that DK Shivakumar will become the chief minister for the next two years.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will resign at 3 PM, appointing DK Shivakumar as the new CM, announced Minister HK Patil after a breakfast meeting.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka CM Siddaramiah's critical breakfast meeting commenced as the state prepared for a leadership transition. Deputy CM DK Shivakumar showed respect by touching Siddaramiah's feet, and they shared a warm embrace, indicating the impending change. Reports suggest Siddaramiah may announce his resignation, with Shivakumar expected to succeed him as CM.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Siddaramaiah informed his cabinet colleagues during a breakfast meeting that he will resign, as reported by Republic. The announcement is set for Friday, with DK Shivakumar present when Siddaramaiah announced his decision to step down.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Minister G. Parameshwara states that the Chief Minister is meeting with all ministers for breakfast to express gratitude before resigning. He is unsure if Siddaramaiah was offered a position in Delhi and comments on potential repercussions, saying, "Just wait and see."

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is conducting a breakfast meeting with state cabinet members. There is widespread speculation that he will declare his resignation during the meeting. Prior to this, it is understood that the CM engaged in talks with AICC general secretary Randeep Surjewala.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Deputy CM and KPCC president D.K. Shivakumar arrives at the residence of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for the breakfast meeting called by him.
 

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Congress leaders, including Minister Ramalinga Reddy and Minister HK Patil, arrive at Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's Bengaluru residence for a breakfast meeting he has called.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Senior Karnataka Congress leaders gathered at Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's residence for a breakfast meeting amid hints of a political transition. Siddaramaiah may resign, allowing Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to potentially succeed him, following ongoing discussions over a rotational chief minister formula.
 

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Congress leadership has offered Siddaramaiah a Rajya Sabha seat and a national role, urging him to shift to Delhi politics for broader OBC support. However, he is hesitant to leave Karnataka. Negotiations aim for a smooth leadership transition without alienating his followers.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Supporters of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar assembled outside his Bengaluru residence on Thursday as political developments and speculation regarding a potential leadership change in Karnataka intensified.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Congress MLA Ashok Pattan heightened speculation regarding a leadership shift in Karnataka, stating a “100 per cent possibility” of Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar as the next chief minister. He suggested a Cabinet reshuffle with 15 to 20 ministers potentially replaced and confirmed there would be no voting in the Congress Legislature Party meeting for the new leader.
 

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Visuals outside Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's Bengaluru residence reflect increased political activity amidst speculation regarding Karnataka's leadership change. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah convened a breakfast meeting with party leaders to discuss the developments surrounding the Chief Minister position.

Karnataka Power Shake-Up LIVE: Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has temporarily left Bengaluru for his hometown in Madhya Pradesh late Wednesday night because of a family emergency. Sources indicated that the governor left Bengaluru at approximately 10:30 pm and boarded a flight at 11:30 pm. So far, no return flight has been booked, amidst significant speculation that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may meet the governor to submit his resignation.