Congress Leaders Unite for Karnataka's New Era: DK Shivakumar's Swearing-In Ceremony
As DK Shivakumar prepares to take office as Karnataka's Chief Minister, top Congress figures are set to attend his swearing-in ceremony. The transition is expected to be seamless, with a series of events planned to mark the occasion and unify party leaders in the state's political future.
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In anticipation of DK Shivakumar's swearing-in as Karnataka's Chief Minister, senior Congress leader HC Balakrishna revealed that national party leaders and Congress-ruled state Chief Ministers will grace the ceremony. Speaking in Bengaluru, Balakrishna exuded confidence in a smooth transition of power.
Balakrishna stated, "All our national leaders are coming to attend the oath-taking ceremony," while noting a significant party organizational event scheduled near Race Course Road post-ceremony, attended by senior party members and local representatives.
Meanwhile, Yathindra Siddaramaiah, son of outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, confirmed discussions with Rahul Gandhi regarding his cabinet induction, while denying interest in the Deputy Chief Minister role. DK Shivakumar also met the Congress high command in New Delhi for discussions on the new cabinet.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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