Seamless Transition of Leadership in Karnataka Congress from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar

Karnataka Congress marks a smooth leadership transition as D K Shivakumar is chosen as the new leader following Siddaramaiah. Party members highlight the event as a display of unity, with the oath ceremony scheduled for June 3. Planning for the new cabinet is underway, with aspirations for future successes.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bengaluru | Updated: 30-05-2026 21:00 IST | Created: 30-05-2026 21:00 IST
Seamless Transition of Leadership in Karnataka Congress from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar
Karnataka Congress MLA Priyank Kharge (Photo/ANI)
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The Karnataka Congress celebrated a seamless transition of leadership as D K Shivakumar was officially chosen as the new head of the legislative party, succeeding Siddaramaiah. The event, held at Vidhan Soudha, was attended by senior members and AICC representatives K C Venugopal and Randeep Singh Surjewala, who emphasized the unity within the party despite the change in leadership.

Dinesh Gundu Rao praised the transition as an emotional and memorable occasion, reflecting unity and collaboration among key party figures, including Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar. Meanwhile, discussions on forming the new council of ministers continue, with aspirations to focus on Karnataka's socio-economic development and the target to regain power in 2028.

Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has extended an invitation to Shivakumar to take the oath as chief minister on June 3 at the Lok Bhavan premises. This marks a new chapter for the state congress, committed to its developmental agenda and internal harmony.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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