In a significant development, the Congress party has officially announced Siddaramaiah as the next Chief Minister of Karnataka. The decision comes after days of speculation and negotiations within the party. Alongside Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, the President of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), has been selected as the Deputy Chief Minister.
The swearing-in ceremony for both Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar is scheduled to take place on Saturday, May 20, at 12:30 pm. This decision marks a crucial step in the formation of the Karnataka government.
Additionally, the Congress party will also be electing its new leader of the Congress Legislative Party (CLP) today. The selection of Siddaramaiah and DK Shivakumar as key leaders reflects the party’s strategic moves and aims to strengthen their position in the state.
This announcement brings an end to the intense speculations and negotiations surrounding the leadership of the Karnataka government. The upcoming oath-taking ceremony will formalize the new Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister, setting the stage for their governance and decision-making in the state.
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