Karnataka: Two Top Congress Leaders Nursing Chief Ministerial Ambitions Put Party in Spot of Bother
2 years, 4 months ago

Karnataka: Two Top Congress Leaders Nursing Chief Ministerial Ambitions Put Party in Spot of Bother

News 18  

The Congress in Karnataka seems to be in a conundrum, as many within the party fear about it imploding ahead of the 2023 Assembly polls, amid a game of one-upmanship between its two top leaders in the race to occupy the Chief Minister’s chair in the event of the party capturing power. There is palpable worry within the party about a virtual division getting created between the camps of state President D K Shivakumar and Legislature Party leader Siddaramaiah, also a former chief minister. Finally it was packaged as an event organised by Congress leaders and workers, but not on the party forum, as Siddarmaiah and his camp succeeded in going ahead with the event, despite resistance from within especially by Shivakumar camp and some Congress old guards, by warning against promotion of “personality cult”. Let our community come together.” Some party men believe it is in fact the ‘Mekedatu padayatra’, demanding for the implementation of balancing reservoir-cum-drinking water project across Cauvery river, organised by Shivakumar earlier this year, led to Siddaramaiah camp proposing the birthday bash, as the move was seen as an attempt by the KPCC president to consolidate his position and to mobilise cadres in old Mysuru region, dominated by Vokkaligas. I had worked for his victory, but I kept quiet…we all had fought elections under his leadership, I had then worked as campaign committee chief.” Shivakumar said that despite Siddaramaiah losing in one of the two seats he had contested in the 2018 elections, he along with the then KPCC chief G Parameshwara, had ensured he got elected as the legislature party leader.

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CM Siddaramaiah Unveils Rs 327 Cr Cardiac Institute in Kalaburagi
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20 hours, 44 minutes ago

CM Siddaramaiah Unveils Rs 327 Cr Cardiac Institute in Kalaburagi

Deccan Chronicle  

KALABURGI: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating regional disparities across Karnataka, irrespective of areas such as Kalyana Karnataka, Mumbai Karnataka, Coastal Karnataka, or Mysuru regions. Speaking at the inauguration of the new building of the 371-bed Kalaburagi branch of Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research, constructed at a cost of Rs 327.17 crore, the Chief Minister …

People will Remain with us Tomorrow: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
5 days, 19 hours ago

People will Remain with us Tomorrow: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, addressing the Congress Legislative Party meeting, expressed confidence in the people’s continued support for the Congress and emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive development. Siddaramaiah highlighted the continuous development across the state under the Congress government, urging legislators to present factual records and data boldly. Deve Gowda, Siddaramaiah remarked that the BJP’s newfound faith in the …

Karnataka legislature winter session likely to put a lid on groupism in BJP, Congress
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2 weeks ago

Karnataka legislature winter session likely to put a lid on groupism in BJP, Congress

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: The 10-day winter session of the state legislature that commences in Belagavi on Monday is likely to put a lid on factionalism and power politics within the Ruling Congress and the Opposition BJP for the time being. In the BJP camp, the Leader of the Opposition in the Assembly R Ashoka is likely to take along all the legislators …

Siddaramaiah denies power-sharing deal with DK Shivakumar on Chief Minister post
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Siddaramaiah denies power-sharing deal with DK Shivakumar on Chief Minister post

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday clarified that there was no prior agreement between him and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar regarding power-sharing arrangements before the Congress came to power in the state. I will abide by the high command’s decision.” The comments came after Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who also serves as the state Congress President, addressed …

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally
2 weeks, 6 days ago

DK Shivakumar asserts party unity ahead of Congress' rebranded Hassan rally

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s upcoming rally in Hassan on December 5 has undergone a dramatic transformation from a personal show of strength to a Congress-endorsed event. The shift came after an anonymous letter to AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted concerns that the rally, organised independently by Siddaramaiah’s faction, risked promoting “hero worship” and undermining the party’s collective identity. Responding to …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah meets PM Modi, seeks urgent clearances for Mekedatu, Kalasa Banduri projects

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, requesting rectification in short term farm loan limit, ₹10,000 crore in financial support and urgent clearances for the Mekedatu Balancing Reservoir and Kalasa Banduri projects. The chief minister highlighted that NABARD has drastically cut the Short Term Agricultural Credit Limit for Karnataka from ₹5,600 crore in 2023-24 to just …

Karnataka to see leadership change? DK Shivakumar's '2.5-yr term' sparks doubts
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Karnataka to see leadership change? DK Shivakumar's '2.5-yr term' sparks doubts

India Today  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has sparked speculation about a potential change of leadership within the state government. He noted that the practice of appointing panchayat chairpersons for terms of varying lengths, including 2.5 years, was common, but when it comes to resignations, "only the gods can save us." This comment has left many wondering whether the 2.5-year term …

Bypoll results: Booster shot for Siddaramaiah-DKS leadership
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Bypoll results: Booster shot for Siddaramaiah-DKS leadership

New Indian Express  

For the Congress party and its government in Karnataka, which were facing severe headwinds, the assembly bypoll results have come as a big morale boost. More importantly, it provided a much-needed relief for the embattled Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, who is under the scanner for the Mysuru Urban Development Authority sites allotment case and facing flak over a multi-crore scam in …

Karnataka: Congress sweeps bypolls securing victory in all 3 constituencies
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1 month ago

Karnataka: Congress sweeps bypolls securing victory in all 3 constituencies

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: The Congress party in Karnataka has achieved a significant political triumph by sweeping the recent by-elections. A United Front Amidst Divided Opposition The by-election results reflect a strong effort by the Congress, backed by Siddaramaiah's AHINDA base, coupled with strategic moves by Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC President DK Shivakumar. This consolidation of power highlights Siddaramaiah’s continuing grip on …

Karnataka Assembly bypolls victory: Shivakumar gives credit to CM Siddaramaiah's leadership
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1 month ago

Karnataka Assembly bypolls victory: Shivakumar gives credit to CM Siddaramaiah's leadership

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru:Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Saturday gave credit to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's leadership as well as the five guarantees for the Congress party's success in the assembly bypolls. The ruling Congress on Saturday retained its strong hold of Sandur, with its candidate E Annapoorna, winning the seat by defeating BJP's ST Morcha president Bangaru Hanumanthu. In the …

Karnataka bypoll results: Outcome crucial for both ruling and opposition camps
1 month ago

Karnataka bypoll results: Outcome crucial for both ruling and opposition camps

Hindustan Times  

The counting of votes for the high stake by-polls to three Assembly segments in Karnataka, which witnessed a fierce fight between the ruling Congress and a combative BJP-JD alliance, will take place on Saturday. The by-polls to Sandur, Shiggaon and Channapatna were necessitated as the seats fell vacant following the election of their respective representatives -- E Tukaram of Congress, …

Siddaramaiah vs Deve Gowda: It is an all out war!
1 month, 1 week ago

Siddaramaiah vs Deve Gowda: It is an all out war!

New Indian Express  

While this marks the official beginning of the political clash, the tension between Siddaramaiah and Deve Gowda has been simmering for years, with both men eyeing dominance in the Old Mysore region. "Siddaramaiah's AHINDA movement has the potential to redefine caste dynamics in the state, especially if he can successfully challenge Gowda's hold on his family’s strongholds," explains a political …

'Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will resign soon; DK Shivakumar, Kharge aware': BJP state chief BY Vijayendra
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah will resign soon; DK Shivakumar, Kharge aware': BJP state chief BY Vijayendra

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka BJP President B Y Vijayendra on Friday claimed that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, facing probe in the MUDA site allotment case, will resign soon. Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra Both Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar and Congress national President M Mallikarjun Kharge are also aware as to when the CM will quit, he said. He termed Siddaramaiah's reported recent …

DK Shivakumar: BJP wants to finish Siddaramaiah as he is 'powerful mass leader'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

DK Shivakumar: BJP wants to finish Siddaramaiah as he is 'powerful mass leader'

India Today  

Implying that BJP’s blame tactics to malign Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah as they were afraid of his popularity, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Friday that the BJP was trying to finish the Chief Minister politically because he is a powerful popular leader. The BJP is trying to finish all strong mass leaders from Opposition parties across the country …

Karnataka CM Accuses BJP of Dynastic Politics Hypocrisy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Accuses BJP of Dynastic Politics Hypocrisy

Deccan Chronicle  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has criticized the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its hypocrisy in fielding Bharath Bommai, son of former Chief Ministers Basavaraj and SR Bommai. He questioned the BJP-JD(S) alliance and alleged that the party's leaders indulge in corruption and amass wealth while in power. Siddaramaiah challenged the record of BJP state president BY Vijayendra, accusing him of …

BJP's 40% Commission Drained Karnataka's Resources, Leaving State in Debt and Undermining Development
1 month, 3 weeks ago

BJP's 40% Commission Drained Karnataka's Resources, Leaving State in Debt and Undermining Development

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has expressed his deep disappointment over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'empty' promises and the 40% commission corruption within the BJP Karnataka unit. He claims that the party has failed to fulfill its promises to the state, leaving Karnataka to suffer under a heavy debt burden. Modi, on the other hand, has defended his policies and highlighted …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in trouble because of bad advice by coterie: A.H. Vishwanath
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in trouble because of bad advice by coterie: A.H. Vishwanath

The Hindu  

MLC A.H. Vishwanath urged Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to resign following the High Court of Karnataka dismissing his plea challenging the Governor’s sanction of an investigation against him in the alleged scam in allotment of sites of Mysore Urban Development Authority to his wife. Mr. Vishwanath said that the development has tarnished Mr. Siddaramaiah’s previously unblemished political career of over 50 …

BJP is not able to tolerate the good work of Karnataka CM, says D.K. Shivakumar
2 months, 4 weeks ago

BJP is not able to tolerate the good work of Karnataka CM, says D.K. Shivakumar

The Hindu  

An hour after the High Court ruling, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar said the opposition BJP has hatched a ‘political conspiracy’ against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. “The BJP is not able to tolerate the good work, commitment and contributions of the Chief Minister to Karnataka, and the country.The BJP had hatched conspiracy against me too in the past,” the …

All’s Not Well in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah Faces Tussle for Chief Minister’s Chair within Congress Over MUDA Case
3 months, 1 week ago

All’s Not Well in Karnataka: Siddaramaiah Faces Tussle for Chief Minister’s Chair within Congress Over MUDA Case

The Hindu  

Published : Sep 16, 2024 14:43 IST - 4 MINS READ On September 12, a single-judge bench of the Karnataka High Court reserved its judgment after concluding its hearing in the case where Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah challenged Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot’s sanction for his prosecution in the Mysore Urban Development Authority case. Even while the Karnataka High Court was …

ABP Exclusive Karnataka CM No Change As Of Now Say Congress Leaders Amid Siddaramaiah-MUDA Row
3 months, 1 week ago

ABP Exclusive Karnataka CM No Change As Of Now Say Congress Leaders Amid Siddaramaiah-MUDA Row

ABP News  

Amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's involvement in the Mysuru Urban Development Authority matter, top Congress sources have told ABP News that there will be no change in the state's leadership for now. The clarification comes amid increased activity by Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and a few other Congress leaders, who have been lobbying for their …

Dr G Parameshwara may be top choice if Karnataka CM post falls vacant
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Dr G Parameshwara may be top choice if Karnataka CM post falls vacant

New Indian Express  

As Congress navigates this uncertain period, several potential leaders have already been ruled out to take over as chief minister. Though AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge was initially considered, a recent controversy over the allotment of a KIADB site to a trust managed by his family has cast a shadow over his candidacy. Former KPCC president RV Deshpande on Sunday said …

Karnataka minister Rajanna says PWD minister Satish might become CM if Siddaramaiah steps down
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka minister Rajanna says PWD minister Satish might become CM if Siddaramaiah steps down

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Karnataka Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna, considered to be a staunch supporter of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, has sparked a fresh controversy by saying that PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi can become the state’s chief minister in the future. Meanwhile, on whether Siddaramaiah will resign if the Governor gives sanction to prosecute him in the MUDA case, Rajanna cited the example of …

BJP, JD(S) slammed for pursuing ‘politics of hate’ against Siddaramaiah
4 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP, JD(S) slammed for pursuing ‘politics of hate’ against Siddaramaiah

The Hindu  

Speakers at a discussion organised by Karnataka State Backward Classes Forum slammed the BJP and Janata Dal for ‘’targeting’’ Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in the MUDA case pertaining to alleged irregularities in the allotment of sites. Janagere Venkataramaiah, writer, who delivered the inaugural address said that the forces of communalism and casteism as represented by the BJP and the JD had …

BJP-JDS trying to topple Congress government in Karnataka, they’re greedy for power: DK Shivakumar
4 months, 2 weeks ago

BJP-JDS trying to topple Congress government in Karnataka, they’re greedy for power: DK Shivakumar

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who is also the president of the state Congress, has hit out at the BJP and JDS, saying that the two parties were trying to topple the Karnataka government for “greed for power”. Shivakumar claimed that the padayatra was not aimed at addressing issues against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah or himself but was an attempt …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls KPCC office-bearers, party workers meet on July 6
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls KPCC office-bearers, party workers meet on July 6

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar have called a meeting with party office bearers and party workers on July 6, said an official release on Thursday. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah calls KPCC office-bearers, party workers meet on July 6 According to an official release, "Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and KPCC President and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar …

Southern Lights | Karnataka Congress’ internecine strife spills out into the open
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Southern Lights | Karnataka Congress’ internecine strife spills out into the open

Hindustan Times  

The Congress’ poor show in Karnataka during the general elections and the lack of accountability despite a growing clamour for correcting lapses are at the heart of the demand for multiple deputy chief ministers in the state, party leaders have said. The Congress scored a measly nine out of twenty-eight Lok Sabha seats in the state as opposed to the …

‘Can’t be discussed in public': Siddaramaiah about stepping down as Karnataka CM
5 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Can’t be discussed in public': Siddaramaiah about stepping down as Karnataka CM

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah said that the change of leadership in the state is in the control of the high command and that he cannot discuss this in public. ‘Can’t be discussed in public': Siddaramaiah about stepping down as Karnataka CM In response to the question about the plan of changing the chief minister, CM Siddaramaiah said, “Congress is a national …

If leadership changes in Karnataka, next CM should be a Lingayat: Sri Saila swami
5 months, 3 weeks ago

If leadership changes in Karnataka, next CM should be a Lingayat: Sri Saila swami

The Hindu  

If there is a change in the leadership in Karnataka, then the new Chief Minister should belong to the Veerashaiva Lingayat community, said Sri Channa Siddharama Panditaradhya Shivacharya swami of Sri Saila on June 28. This comes a day after Vishwa Vokkaligara Mahasamsthana Mutt seer Chandrashekhara swami publicly requesting Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to give up his post to Mr. Shivakumar. …

Shivakumar mocks demand for 3 more Deputy Chief Ministers in Karnataka
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Shivakumar mocks demand for 3 more Deputy Chief Ministers in Karnataka

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: Karnataka Congress chief D K Shivakumar on Thursday mocked demand from some Ministers to create three more posts of Deputy Chief Minister, saying they will get no "solution" by discussing it before the media.Some of the Ministers have been pitching for leaders from Veerashaiva-Lingayat, SC/ST and minority communities to be given the post of Deputy Chief Minister. According to …

Congress high command will decision on demand for more deputy CMs: Karnataka CM
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress high command will decision on demand for more deputy CMs: Karnataka CM

The Hindu  

With the demand to create three more posts of Deputy Chief Ministers cropping up again, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said the decision is up to the Congress high command. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru on June 26, Mr. Siddaramaiah said, “Whatever the high command decides is final.” Those lobbing for the post Some Ministers have been lobbying that leaders from …

Congress high command's decision final: Siddaramaiah on 3 more Deputy CMs
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Congress high command's decision final: Siddaramaiah on 3 more Deputy CMs

Deccan Chronicle  

Bengaluru: With the demand to have three more Deputy Chief Ministers resurfacing in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said the decision of the Congress high command is final.Some of the Ministers have been pitching for Deputy CM posts to be given to leaders from Veerashaiva-Lingayat, SC/ST and minority communities. A section within the Congress is said to be of …

Karnataka Congress Ministers To Organise 'Chalo Delhi' Campaign Seeking More Deputy CM Posts in The State
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka Congress Ministers To Organise 'Chalo Delhi' Campaign Seeking More Deputy CM Posts in The State

News 18  

A group of ministers from the Siddaramaiah government seeking more deputy chief ministers into the Karnataka cabinet will carry out a ‘Chalo Delhi’ campaign to impress upon the Congress high command to heed to their request. The demand for more DyCMs came from senior leaders like state Home Minister Dr G Parmeshwara, Cooperation Minister KN Rajanna, Public Works Minister Satish …

Congress ministers again push for three more deputy CMs in Karnataka
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Congress ministers again push for three more deputy CMs in Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

With demand for three more Deputy Chief Ministers in Karnataka once again coming to the fore, the State Congress chief D K Shivakumar on Monday said the party's central leadership will take a call. Some of the Ministers in the Siddaramaiah-led cabinet have been pitching for deputy chief minister posts to be given to leaders from Veerashaiva-Lingayat, SC/ST and minority …

Congress will respond appropriately to ministers pushing for 3 more Dy CMs in Karnataka: Shivakumar
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Congress will respond appropriately to ministers pushing for 3 more Dy CMs in Karnataka: Shivakumar

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Seemingly expressing his displeasure against ministers demanding three more deputy chief minister posts in Karnataka, state Congress President D K Shivakumar on Tuesday said the party would respond to them appropriately. Asked whether there is a plan in the party to have more deputy chief ministers, he said, "You please meet Mallikarjun Kharge and our in-charge general secretary or …

Karnataka Congress meets to prepare for Bengaluru civic body polls: Report
6 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka Congress meets to prepare for Bengaluru civic body polls: Report

Hindustan Times  

Following the setback in recent polls in Bengaluru, the Congress is taking a cautious approach by gearing up early for the upcoming Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike elections, whose date is yet to be finalized. Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president D. K. Shivakumar spearheaded a Congress delegation to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday to strategize for the BBMP polls, The …

Siddaramaiah calls for meeting to introspect Congress’s dismal show in Old Mysore
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah calls for meeting to introspect Congress’s dismal show in Old Mysore

New Indian Express  

MYSURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called for an ‘introspection meeting’ to analyse the Congress’ poor performance in the Old Mysore region in the recently concluded Lok Sabha elections. Siddaramaiah has called for a meeting with ministers, party legislators, and other senior leaders from Mysuru and Mandya regions to know where the party went wrong. While BJP’s Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar …

Having ducked ‘guarantees’ effect, BJP is relieved but needs to deal with leadership vacuum
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Having ducked ‘guarantees’ effect, BJP is relieved but needs to deal with leadership vacuum

The Hindu  

The Opposition BJP has found solace in the fact that it has managed to continue the trend of winning a majority of the Lok Sabha seats even when it is not in power in the State. Though the BJP fell short of expectations, it has managed to maintain the same level of victory in the adverse political circumstances marked by …

Karnataka: Nearly 100 aspirants in race for 7 MLC posts in Congress
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Karnataka: Nearly 100 aspirants in race for 7 MLC posts in Congress

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU : Ahead of filing of nomination starting on Monday for the 11 MLC posts to be elected from the Assembly, lobbying has intensified in the ruling Congress as nearly 100 aspirants have applied for the seven seats the Grand Old Party can win. Siddaramaiah’s son Dr Yathindra and minister NS Boseraju are most likely to get nominated as the …

Siddaramaiah Asserts Strong Prospects in Karnataka, Predicts Victory in 20 Seats
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah Asserts Strong Prospects in Karnataka, Predicts Victory in 20 Seats

Deccan Chronicle  

Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah exuded confidence in the Congress Party's prospects in Karnataka, predicting victory in at least 20 seats in the ongoing Parliament Election. Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president DK Shivakumar, and AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, Siddaramaiah outlined the party's optimism based on feedback from local workers. Describing the …

The importance of Karnataka
7 months, 4 weeks ago

The importance of Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka is seen as an outlier in the political map of South India for its willingness to back the Bharatiya Janata Party. In all of 130 Lok Sabha seats in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, and Kerala and the Union territory of Puducherry, it is the 28 constituencies in Karnataka that the BJP banks on to …

Modi guarantees vs Siddaramaiah’s schemes in battleground Karnataka
8 months ago

Modi guarantees vs Siddaramaiah’s schemes in battleground Karnataka

Hindustan Times  

On one side is a strong alliance of BJP and JD that, arithmetically speaking, has 49% of the popular votes as per their performance in the 2023 assembly elections. The young alliance of the BJP-JD is banking on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s charisma, his “guarantees” and their combined vote share to sweep Karnataka in the Lok Sabha elections. Campaigning in …

‘Power drunk’ Siddaramaiah needs to be humbled: Deve Gowda
8 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Power drunk’ Siddaramaiah needs to be humbled: Deve Gowda

The Hindu  

One of the bitter rivalries in Karnataka politics has resurfaced ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, with former Prime Minister and Janata Dal supremo H.D. Deve Gowda saying on Friday that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah should suffer “garvabhanga” with a victory of alliance partnersin Mysuru and Chamarajanagar seats. Mr. Gowda’s tirade against the Chief Minister comes a day after the latter …

Siddaramaiah brought more development to Mysuru after Maharajas, claims Lakshman
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Siddaramaiah brought more development to Mysuru after Maharajas, claims Lakshman

The Hindu  

Congress candidate for Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency M. Lakshman on Friday maintained that it is Chief Minister Siddaramaiah who brought maximum development to Mysuru after the Mysuru Maharajas. Mr. Siddaramaiah ensured his home district gets maximum funds for development works and they are before the people who have to now decide whom to support in the elections, he said. Mr. …

Cong will decide about making me CM in future, says Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Cong will decide about making me CM in future, says Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday said the Congress will decide about making him the Chief Minister in future, bringing to the fore again the issue of leadership change. Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar There was stiff competition between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar for the Chief Minister's post after the Assembly election results in May last year, and the …

No guarantee of Congress govt. surviving after Lok Sabha polls: Joshi
8 months, 4 weeks ago

No guarantee of Congress govt. surviving after Lok Sabha polls: Joshi

The Hindu  

Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi has said that there was no guarantee that the Congress government in Karnataka would survive after the Lok Sabha elections. Speaking to presspersons in Hubballi on Saturday, Mr. Joshi said that there were reports that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah would have to resign if Congress failed to win 20 seats in …

Denied BJP ticket, Srinivas Prasad’s kin call on Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
9 months, 1 week ago

Denied BJP ticket, Srinivas Prasad’s kin call on Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

The Hindu  

Denied a ticket by the BJP, Dr. N.S. Mohan, the son-in-law of BJP MP from Chamarajanagar Srinivas Prasad, called on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah at the latter’s residence in Mysuru on March 15. Kote’s Congress MLA Anil Chikkamadu, Dr. Mohan was closeted with Mr. Siddaramaiah for some time, along with BJP leader and former Minister M. Shivanna, popularly known as …

‘Cong candidates list for LS polls in Karnataka to be announced in 2-3 days’: CM Siddaramaiah
9 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Cong candidates list for LS polls in Karnataka to be announced in 2-3 days’: CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said Congress' list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in the state would be announced in two-three days and there is no "major controversy" with respect to their selection. READ | Lok Sabha Polls: Karnataka BJP candidates list likely to be finalised on Friday "There is no major controversy. This time we …

‘No need to learn patriotism from BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
9 months, 3 weeks ago

‘No need to learn patriotism from BJP’: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hindustan Times  

Claiming that Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh and Bharatiya Janata Party did not participate in the country's freedom struggle, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday said "we don't need to learn patriotism from the BJP." Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in Bengaluru Replying to the debate on the budget in the Karnataka Assembly, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, "RSS did not participate in the …

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Urges Communication Strategy for Government Achievements
10 months ago

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Urges Communication Strategy for Government Achievements

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Emphasizing the crucial role of effective communication in conveying government achievements to the public, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah urged Congress workers to actively engage with the community and highlight the success of government programs. Addressing party workers at the Convention in Mangaluru, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah candidly acknowledged the party's shortcomings in the 2018 assembly election, attributing the defeat to a …

Karnataka BJP president predicts poll drubbing for Cong, says Siddu may have to quit politics
10 months, 1 week ago

Karnataka BJP president predicts poll drubbing for Cong, says Siddu may have to quit politics

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: BJP state president B Y Vijayendra predicted that the BJP-JDS alliance will win all 28 Lok Sabha seats in Karnataka, and said Chief Minister Siddaramaiah may have to quit politics after the poll results. He was hitting back at Siddaramaiah for his statement that he would quit politics if his allegations that the Centre has not released the state’s …

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