Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is currently in Delhi. On Wednesday, he addressed journalists, clarifying his stance on several crucial political issues. He dismissed rumors about the alleged agreement on alternating the Chief Minister's position every two and a half years and any speculations regarding cabinet reshuffle.
DK Shivakumar mentioned having requested a meeting with Rahul Gandhi, who is currently in Patna. He said, 'I've reached out to his office. He is in Patna today; perhaps we will meet tomorrow.' Meanwhile, sources report Shivakumar met Priyanka Gandhi at 10 Janpath around 9:30 AM.
Shivakumar in New CM Suite, Siddaramaiah in Old One
Information indicates that DK Shivakumar, now in Delhi, is utilizing the new Chief Minister suite on the fifth floor of the recently established Karnataka Bhavan. Sources state that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah encountered ventilation problems with the new suite, prompting Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to request its use.
This written request was made by Shivakumar on July 7th and approved by the Chief Minister, who then forwarded it to the protocol division. On Wednesday, as DK Shivakumar met with journalists and others in this new suite, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, upon arriving at Karnataka Bhavan, directly went to the old Chief Minister suite.
What Did He Say About the '2.5-Year Agreement' for Chief Minister Position?
Addressing the ongoing speculation about alternating the Chief Minister position in Karnataka, Shivakumar commented, 'These rumors are being spread by the media. I haven’t come across such discussions.' He distinctly stated that no cabinet reshuffle is planned or anticipated for now.
Shivakumar declared that his visit to Delhi aims to secure financial assistance for Karnataka's irrigation projects. Particularly, he mentioned receiving positive assurances concerning the Cauvery water project.
'The Voice of the Opposition is Being Suppressed'
Regarding Rahul Gandhi being stopped from marching in Patna, DK Shivakumar criticized the central government, stating, 'The government is suppressing the voice of the opposition. Voters struggle to provide the documents requested by the Election Commission as their parents may no longer be alive.'
