Will CM-designate Shivakumar continue to hold charge of Bengaluru Development portfolio?
D.K. Shivakumar is considering whether to retain the Bengaluru Development portfolio as he becomes Chief Minister. While he is eager to keep the role, there is significant opposition from Congress Ministers who believe the position requires a full-time commitment. Regardless of who officially holds the portfolio, Shivakumar is expected to continue influencing Bengaluru's development agenda as Chief Minister.
- ▪D.K. Shivakumar is keen to retain the Bengaluru Development portfolio as Chief Minister.
- ▪Congress Ministers argue that Bengaluru Development needs a full-time Minister.
- ▪Shivakumar has initiated several major projects and restructured the city's governance.
- ▪Even if someone else holds the portfolio, Shivakumar will still drive the department as Chief Minister.
- ▪His leadership is expected to maintain the current development agenda for Bengaluru.
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Will D.K. Shivakumar continue to hold charge of Bengaluru Development portfolio as Chief Minister? According to sources, while Mr. Shivakumar is keen to retain the portfolio, there has been strong pushback from Congress Ministers in the city. They argue Bengaluru Development needs a full-time Minister.Karnataka CM swearing-in LIVEThe names of senior Ministers from the city like Ramalinga Reddy, K.J. George, who had held the ministry earlier, and Krishna Byre Gowda are doing the rounds for the post. Stage set for D.K. Shivakumar to take over as new CM of Karnataka“His personal brand has been too tied up with Bengaluru over the past three years.
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