Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday clarified that the state government's decision to provide a four per cent reservation in government contracts is not exclusive to Muslims but extends to all minority communities and backward classes.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Tuesday justified the State government's decision to reward Congress party workers with positions and benefits through government programmes.
"The women's reservation bill is likely to take effect in 2028. Prepare to contest the elections. No one can stop you in a democratic set-up," he said while participating in an International Women's Day function here.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Saturday said that the police are investigating the alleged Hampi rape case and the action will be taken as per the law.
"We have been fighting for justice and will accept whatever the law states. I have been saying from the beginning that this is politically motivated," Shivakumar said.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Thursday that the state government had no role in the recent Bengaluru Metro fare hike, adding that the decision was made by an independent committee.
Addressing the 15th edition of Aero India 2025, Shivakumar highlighted Karnataka's leadership in aerospace innovation and its ability to attract global partnerships.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar participated in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, along with his family and took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Karnataka Congress Pradesh President D K Shivakumar hailed the inauguration of 'Indira Bhawan,' party's new headquarters on Monday and called it as a 'temple for all Congress people on Monday.