Sulking BJP leader Sadananda Gowda hints he will reveal his political move on Wednesday
1 year ago

Sulking BJP leader Sadananda Gowda hints he will reveal his political move on Wednesday

Hindustan Times  

Confirming that Congress has sent him feelers, sulking former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP D V Sadananda Gowda on Tuesday said saffron party leaders have also reached out to him and that he will take a decision at an appropriate time. The 71-year-old former Union Minister, who is upset over being denied the ticket to contest from Bangalore North again, said he has planned to call a press meet tomorrow to "share everything." READ | Union Minister retracts ‘Tamilians' claim on Bengaluru blast case suspect, says ‘remarks directed at…’ "Congress people have asked me, also BJP, what decision has to be taken, I will decide at the appropriate time," Gowda told reporters. Whichever the party may be, if they give less tickets to the community or neglect the community, we will fight," he said, pointing out to community leaders like D K Shivakumar in the Congress not being made the Chief Minister, and BJP not giving tickets to Gowda, Prathap Simha and C T Ravi.

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Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lambasts Gowda, uses Hassan rally to showcase his might
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah lambasts Gowda, uses Hassan rally to showcase his might

New Indian Express  

HASSAN: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday lambasted JDS supremo HD Deve Gowda for his “cunning politics”. Gowda finished almost all Vokkaliga leaders politically in the state, he alleged at Congress ‘Janakalyana Swabhimana Samavesha’ here. With many top Congress leaders, including AICC general secretary in-charge of Karnataka Randeep Singh Surjewala, lauding and throwing their weight behind him, Siddaramaiah used the platform …

Former Karnataka CM DV Sadananda Gowda lambasts those questioning Vijayendra’s leadership
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Former Karnataka CM DV Sadananda Gowda lambasts those questioning Vijayendra’s leadership

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Former CM and senior BJP leader DV Sadananda Gowda on Thursday expressed concerns over internal differences in the party coming out in the open and hit out at the leaders questioning state party chief BY Vijayendra’s leadership. The state president is appointed by the central leaders and everyone must accept it, Gowda, a former Union Minister, told media persons. …

Sadananda Gowda expresses pain over factionalism in Karnataka BJP, urges central leadership to act
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sadananda Gowda expresses pain over factionalism in Karnataka BJP, urges central leadership to act

Hindustan Times  

Senior BJP leader D V Sadananda Gowda on Thursday expressed pain over factionalism in the Karnataka unit of his party and called it a " big tragedy". The former Union Minister also expressed displeasure over the party high command's delay in taking action, despite his letters and urged them to intervene and to act against those indulging in "indiscipline". A …

Shushrutha Gowda joins BJP
11 months ago

Shushrutha Gowda joins BJP

The Hindu  

Shushratha Gowda, a doctor from Mysuru, who was among the aspirants for Congress tickets to contest the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency, has joined the BJP. Dr. Gowda, who had also participated in the Bharat Jodo padayatra by walking alongside Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in 2022, was appointed as the General Secretary of Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee earlier this month after …

In caste fight, can Somanna trump Gowda in Karnataka's Tumakuru?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

In caste fight, can Somanna trump Gowda in Karnataka's Tumakuru?

New Indian Express  

TUMAKURU: In a fight between Veerashaiva-Lingayat leader V Somanna, the BJP-JDS alliance candidate, and SP Muddahanume Gowda, a Vokkaliga, of Congress, AHINDA communities hold the key in the Tumakuru Lok Sabha constituency, a caste conundrum. He is also promptly following the advice of former CM and JDS state president HD Kumaraswamy, who had given him a list of around 250 …

Karnataka BJP leader Tejaswini Gowda joins Congress ahead of LS polls
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka BJP leader Tejaswini Gowda joins Congress ahead of LS polls

Hindustan Times  

Days after resigning as an MLC in Karnataka, the BJP's Tejaswini Gowda joined the Congress on Saturday and alleged that the saffron party does not believe in constitutional and democratic values. Tejaswini Gowda joined Congress in the presence of party Media Department Chairman Pawan Khera, at AICC headquarters in New Delhi on Saturday. READ | Karnataka Minister Gundu Rao accuses …

Karnataka BJP leader Tejaswini Gowda joins Congress ahead of LS polls
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka BJP leader Tejaswini Gowda joins Congress ahead of LS polls

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Days after resigning as an MLC in Karnataka, the BJP's Tejaswini Gowda joined the Congress on Saturday and alleged that the saffron party does not believe in constitutional and democratic values. Gowda, who was a Congress MP between 2004 and 2009, and crossed over to the BJP in 2014, called her return to the grand old party her …

All eyes on Sumalatha’s next move, while Congress woos Narayana Gowda
1 year ago

All eyes on Sumalatha’s next move, while Congress woos Narayana Gowda

The Hindu  

With the JD formally announcing former Chief Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy as the BJP-JD combine’s candidate from Mandya Lok Sabha constituency in the forthcoming polls, all eyes are now on the next course of action of incumbent MP Sumalatha Ambareesh, who was hoping to seek re-election from the constituency as the BJP candidate. Though Ms. Sumalatha had won as an independent …

‘Won’t join Congress but cleanse BJP': Ex-Karnataka Chief Minister Sadananda Gowda
1 year ago

‘Won’t join Congress but cleanse BJP': Ex-Karnataka Chief Minister Sadananda Gowda

Hindustan Times  

Former Karnataka Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Sadananda Gowda clarified that he will not be quitting the party and admitted that he was reached out to by the Congress to join. Speaking at a press conference in Bengaluru, the former union minister said, “It is a matter of fact that I was unhappy with the BJP’s decision of dropping …

Gowda remains disgruntled, says other parties have approached him
1 year ago

Gowda remains disgruntled, says other parties have approached him

Hindustan Times  

Former Karnataka chief minister and BJP lawmaker DV Sadananda Gowda, who has been denied a ticket to contest from Bangalore North parliamentary constituency, said on Monday that he has been approached by other parties ahead of the polls. Reflecting on recent events, Gowda said he was initially reluctant to engage in electoral politics but was persuaded by party leaders. “I …

BJP's Sadananda Gowda expresses displeasure over ticket denial in Karnataka
1 year ago

BJP's Sadananda Gowda expresses displeasure over ticket denial in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Amid speculation that Congress has contacted him, former Karnataka Chief Minister and BJP MP D V Sadananda Gowda on Monday said he will share his "inner feelings" soon. BJP's Sadananda Gowda expresses displeasure over ticket denial in Karnataka The 71-year-old former Union Minister, who is celebrating his birthday today, expressed his displeasure over being denied the ticket to contest from …

'Disgruntled' Karnataka BJP leaders to meet party high-command to convey their feelings
1 year, 4 months ago

'Disgruntled' Karnataka BJP leaders to meet party high-command to convey their feelings

Hindustan Times  

Some BJP leaders, who are "disgruntled" following the appointment of B Y Vijayendra as the president of the party's Karnataka unit and R Ashok as the leader of opposition in the Assembly, are likely to visit New Delhi early next month to convey their feelings to the central leadership. 'Disgruntled' Karnataka BJP leaders to meet party high-command Senior leader V …

BJP leadership did not take Karnataka cadre into confidence: Sadananda Gowda
1 year, 4 months ago

BJP leadership did not take Karnataka cadre into confidence: Sadananda Gowda

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: The top leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party failed to take its Karnataka unit leaders into confidence after the party lost the assembly elections earlier this year, former Karnataka chief minister DV Sadananda Gowda said on Friday. Former Karnataka chief minister DV Sadananda Gowda urged the central leadership not to harbour any resentment towards the state leaders {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} …

BJP leadership did not take Karnataka cadre into confidence: Sadananda Gowda
1 year, 4 months ago

BJP leadership did not take Karnataka cadre into confidence: Sadananda Gowda

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: The top leadership of the Bharatiya Janata Party failed to take its Karnataka unit leaders into confidence after the party lost the assembly elections earlier this year, former Karnataka chief minister DV Sadananda Gowda said on Friday. Former Karnataka chief minister DV Sadananda Gowda urged the central leadership not to harbour any resentment towards the state leaders Gowda, a …

Sadananda Gowda: Why Karnataka’s Always ‘Grinning' Politician Has Quit Ahead of LS Polls
1 year, 4 months ago

Sadananda Gowda: Why Karnataka’s Always ‘Grinning' Politician Has Quit Ahead of LS Polls

News 18  

The trademark smile hardly left the face of former Karnataka chief minister and senior BJP leader Sadananda Gowda when he announced his retirement from electoral politics — one that he has worn even during the toughest phases of his political career or personal life. “It should have been a collective decision, one taken after seeking the opinions of the state …

Sadananda Gowda Told by BJP Leadership Not to Contest LS Polls, So He Quit Electoral Politics, Says Yediyurappa
1 year, 4 months ago

Sadananda Gowda Told by BJP Leadership Not to Contest LS Polls, So He Quit Electoral Politics, Says Yediyurappa

News 18  

Veteran leader and BJP Parliamentary Board Member B S Yediyurappa on Thursday said that former chief minister D V Sadananda Gowda was asked by the BJP leadership not to contest in the Lok Sabha polls this time, prompting him to quit electoral politics. So, he has said that he has got several responsibilities from the party and there have not …

Sadananda Gowda expresses concerns over BJP-JD(S) alliance
1 year, 5 months ago

Sadananda Gowda expresses concerns over BJP-JD(S) alliance

Hindustan Times  

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Sadananda Gowda has expressed concerns regarding the formation of an alliance with the Janata Dal, saying that the decision-making process had sidelined the state leaders in Karnataka. However, without making this effort anywhere, the decision was taken without discussion with any state leaders or the core committee, which includes former Chief Minister BS Yeddyurappa, a …

Income Tax officials search premises of former Belthangady Congress MLA K. Gangadhara Gowda in Karnataka
1 year, 11 months ago

Income Tax officials search premises of former Belthangady Congress MLA K. Gangadhara Gowda in Karnataka

The Hindu  

Income Tax sleuths on April 24 searched the premises of former Minister K. Gangadhara Gowda and his son Ranjan G. Gowda, who is president of the Congress unit in Belthangady. They are also searching the premises of Prasanna Education Trust, through which Mr. Gangadhara Gowda and Mr. Ranjan Gowda run a host of educational institutions. Mr. Gangadhara Gowda, who had …

DV Sadananda Gowda hints at BSY-led new government
5 years, 8 months ago

DV Sadananda Gowda hints at BSY-led new government

Deccan Chronicle  

Mysuru: As the BJP emerged as the probable beneficiary in the face of the imminent collapse of the JD- Congress coalition government, Union Minister Mr D V Sadananda Gowda not only signalled that BJP will go along with the decision taken by Governor on the political developments in the State, he also added significantly that if a new BJP government …

DV Sadananda Gowda to head Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
5 years, 9 months ago

DV Sadananda Gowda to head Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers

Hindustan Times  

The Bharatiya Janata Party’s decision to repose its faith in DV Sadananda Gowda, 66, came as a surprise to many political observers in Karnataka. In 2004, he successfully contested the Mangalore seat against senior Congress leader M Veerappa Moily. The former chief minister of Karnataka was shunted from ministry to ministry in the Narendra Modi government’s first term. In 2009, …

In Team Modi, a fine balance between Karnataka’s 2 dominant communities
5 years, 9 months ago

In Team Modi, a fine balance between Karnataka’s 2 dominant communities

Hindustan Times  

In a balancing act, two dominant communities of Karnataka--Lingayats and Vokkaligas-- have beenaccommodated in the Narendra Modi-led new council of ministers. D V Sadananda Gowda and Pralhad Joshi, who were Karnataka BJP presidents, along with Belgaum MP Suresh Angadi have found place in the new ministry. While Sadananda Gowda is a former Karnataka Chief Minister and had served as the …

Karnataka voters miffed at Deve Gowda's family for spreading political tentacles; JD(S) faces stiff contests in 'strongholds'
5 years, 11 months ago

Karnataka voters miffed at Deve Gowda's family for spreading political tentacles; JD(S) faces stiff contests in 'strongholds'

Firstpost  

Deve Gowda, known as ‘Appaji’ in the family circles, has had to do a lot of tightrope walking to balance ambitions within the family. Former prime minister HD Deve Gowda, the patriarch of ‘dynasty politics’ in India, has never been defensive about brazenly promoting his family members in politics over the last three decades, which has culminated in his son …

Karnataka: After nominations, parties to focus on ending dissent in ranks
6 years ago

Karnataka: After nominations, parties to focus on ending dissent in ranks

Live Mint  

A total of 362 candidates have filed 455 nominations for the 14 parliamentary constituencies going to the polls in the first of two phases of Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, scheduled to be held on 18 April, election authorities said on Tuesday. Senior leaders from the three major parties--Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress and Janata Dal --rushing to complete the formalities …

Bengaluru: Will wily Gowda win Hebbal by-poll for BJP?
9 years, 1 month ago

Bengaluru: Will wily Gowda win Hebbal by-poll for BJP?

Deccan Chronicle  

BENGALURU: As in the past, Janata Dal leaders’ posturing towards minority community, particularly in urban areas, could help the Bharatiya Janata Party consolidate not only its core votes in Hebbal Assembly constituency but garner Vokkaliga votes as well. Speaking to Deccan Chronicle, a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party said that there are a few leaders in the state, …

By-polls results a setback for BJP in Bihar, Congress clinches Bellari and Patiala
10 years, 7 months ago

By-polls results a setback for BJP in Bihar, Congress clinches Bellari and Patiala

India TV News  

New Delhi: Just three months after the BJP-led alliance swept the Lok Sabha polls, the new combine of the RJD, JD-U and Congress stunned the BJP by winning six of the 10 assembly seats in Bihar. Its ally, the Lok Janshakti Party, was routed.Of the 10 seats, the BJP had won six, the RJD three and the JD-U one in …

Sadanada Gowda resigns, supporters seek to prevent him
12 years, 8 months ago

Sadanada Gowda resigns, supporters seek to prevent him

India TV News  

Bangalore, July 11: Ending his 11-month tenure, D V Sadananda Gowda today resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister, paving the way for Jagadish Shettar to take over, but not before dramatic scenes were witnessed with his supporters trying to physically prevent him from stepping down. Accompanied by some Ministers, Gowda met Governor H R Bhardwaj at Raj Bhavan and submitted his …

Sadanada Gowda resigns amid high drama
12 years, 8 months ago

Sadanada Gowda resigns amid high drama

The Hindu  

Ending his 11-month tenure, D.V. Sadananda Gowda on Wednesday resigned as Karnataka Chief Minister, paving the way for Jagadish Shettar to take over, but not before dramatic scenes with his supporters trying to physically prevent him from stepping down. Accompanied by some ministers, Mr. Gowda met Governor H.R. Mr. Gowda sought to pacify them and later left the residence but …

BJP govt in Karnataka faces fresh crisis
12 years, 8 months ago

BJP govt in Karnataka faces fresh crisis

India TV News  

Bangalore, July 10: The ruling BJP in Karnataka today faced a fresh crisis after outgoing Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda placed a set of demands in a last minute counter move against rival B S Yeddyurappa, delaying the legislature party meeting. Gowda's camp insisted on the party president's post for him, deputy Chief Ministership for K S Eshwarappa and …

D V Sadananda Gowda camp fires salvo at BJP central leadership
12 years, 8 months ago

D V Sadananda Gowda camp fires salvo at BJP central leadership

India TV News  

Bangalore, Jul 10:In a last minute hitch, the ruling BJP Legislature party meeting to elect Jagadish Shettar as its leader was delayed this morning with outgoing Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda's camp insisting on their demands being met. Ministers and MLAs loyal to Gowda are believed to be pushing for making him the party's state unit President, and K …

I have nothing to do with Sadananda: Deve Gowda
12 years, 8 months ago

I have nothing to do with Sadananda: Deve Gowda

India TV News  

Bangalore, Jul 9: JDS supremo H D Deve Gowda today rubbished allegations levelled by BJP leader B S Yeddyurappa and his supporters that D V Sadananda Gowda, who resigned as Karnataka chief minister to be replaced by Jagadish Shettar, was “obeying” his party's diktat. “I haven't spoken to Sadananda Gowda for the past seven months.I have nothing to do with …

BJP supporting caste-based politics says Moily
12 years, 8 months ago

BJP supporting caste-based politics says Moily

India TV News  

Bangalore, Jul 8 : BJP's decision to replace D V Sadananda Gowda as Chief Minister has sent out a “strong message” that the party's central leadership is backing “corruption and caste-based politics” in Karnataka, Union Minister and senior Congress leader Veerappa Moily today said. “The decision to change Gowda has sent out a strong meassage that the BJP central leadership …

Party leadership to convey decision within a week says Eshwarappa
12 years, 8 months ago

Party leadership to convey decision within a week says Eshwarappa

India TV News  

Bangalore, July 6: Indicating the imminent replacement of D V Sadananda Gowda as Karnataka Chief Minister, State BJP President K S Eshwarappa today said he believed that the party's central leaders have solved the leadership issue and would abide by their decision. “I believe that the party's central leaders have solved the leadership issue and all state leaders will abide …

Shettar likely to replace Gowda in a week
12 years, 8 months ago

Shettar likely to replace Gowda in a week

India TV News  

New Delhi, July 5 : Bowing to pressure from B S Yeddyurappa, BJP appears set to replace Karnataka Chief Minister Sadanand Gowda with Lingayat leader Jagadish Shettar and an announcement is expected within a week. Their decision will be acceptable to us,” Shettar, who holds the Rural Development portfolio, told PTI.Sources said BJP President Nitin Gadkari has come around to …

BJP leadership may yield to Yeddyurappa after Prez poll
12 years, 8 months ago

BJP leadership may yield to Yeddyurappa after Prez poll

India TV News  

New Delhi, Jul 3: BJP central leadership today heard the views of both warring factions of the party in Karnataka amid indications that Chief Minister Sadanand Gowda may be replaced by Lingayat leader Jagdish Shettar after the Presidential poll. BJP president Nitin Gadkari and general secretary in charge of Karnataka Dharmendra Pradhan today held a meeting here with state unit …

Will accept any direction issued by BJP leadership, says Sadanand Gowda
12 years, 8 months ago

Will accept any direction issued by BJP leadership, says Sadanand Gowda

India TV News  

New Delhi, Jul 2: With several loyalists of B S Yeddyurappa gunning for his head, Karnataka Chief Minister D V Sadananda Gowda today said he would accept any “direction” issued to him by the BJP leadership. “Right from the beginning I used to say I am a disciplined soldier of the party. Whatever direction my party gives I am prepared …

Karnataka CM meets Gadkari
12 years, 10 months ago

Karnataka CM meets Gadkari

India TV News  

New Delhi, May 14: In the wake of sulking BJP leader B S Yeddyurappa's pro-Congress comments, Karnataka Chief Minister Sadanand Gowda yesterday met party president Nitin Gadkari and other senior leaders here to discuss the new developments and the future course of action. In a meeting lasting over an hour, Gadkari and party leaders Arun Jaitley and Karnataka incharge Dharmendra …

Sadananda Gowda Wins Council Bypoll
13 years, 3 months ago

Sadananda Gowda Wins Council Bypoll

India TV News  

Bangalore, Dec 22: Karnataka Chief Minister D V Sadananada Gowda today won the byelection to the Legislative Council defeating Congress candidate Anand Gaddadevaramath by a comfortable margin of 54 votes in a straight contest after JDS chose to abstain. Gowda secured 123 votes as against 69 by Anand out of the 199 votes polled in the election in which the …

Sadananda Gowda Sworn In Karna CM, Shettar Faction Boycotts
13 years, 7 months ago

Sadananda Gowda Sworn In Karna CM, Shettar Faction Boycotts

India TV News  

Bangalore, Aug 4: Lok Sabha MP D V Sadananda Gowda, a loyalist of ousted CM B S Yeddyurappa, was today sworn in as Chief Minister of Karnataka with the rebel BJP faction headed by Jagadish Shettar boycotting the ceremony bringing to fore deep divisions in the ruling party. When asked whether he would be acting as per Yeddyurappa's directions, Gowda …

Gowda promises to give people-friendly govt
13 years, 7 months ago

Gowda promises to give people-friendly govt

Firstpost  

Bangalore: Karnataka’s Chief Minister-designate DV Sadananda Gowda today promised to give “pro-development and people-friendly” government as he sought to reach out to the rival camp in ruling BJP by saying he would seek to unite and take everybody into confidence. “I would like to give a good government…pro-development and people-friendly government and infrastructure-oriented government in the coming two years”, Gowda …

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