DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CM
DK Shivakumar has been sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, concluding a leadership struggle with his predecessor. In his first cabinet meeting, he announced several youth-focused initiatives, including free bus passes for students. The new cabinet consists of 12 members, with a notable absence of women representatives.
- ▪DK Shivakumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, ending a leadership tussle with Siddaramaiah.
- ▪He announced free bus passes for all school and college students as the first major decision of his cabinet.
- ▪Shivakumar also plans to establish 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas to enhance leadership and social harmony.
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DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CMDK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister, ending leadership tussle. Announces youth-centric initiatives in first cabinet meeting.Published on: Jun 04, 2026 6:50 AM ISTBy Arun Dev, BENGALURUShare viaCopy link DK Shivakumar was on Wednesday sworn in as the chief minister of Karnataka, formally taking charge of the state government alongside deputy chief minister G Parameshwara and a 12-member ministerial team, ending his long-drawn leadership tussle with his predecessor Siddaramaiah.DK Shivakumar sworn in as Karnataka CMSoon after taking oath, Shivakumar chaired his first cabinet meeting and announced youth-centric initiatives, including free bus pass for students and formation of 10,000 Bharat Jodo Yuva Sanghas to raise leadership quality and…
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