Quick Info
| Profession | Indian politician, businessman |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 15/05/1962 |
| Age | 64 years |
| Birthplace | Doddalahalli, Kanakapura, Karnataka, India |
Latest News about D.K. Shivakumar
D.K. Shivakumar petitioned Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to speed up clearances for seven Bengaluru infrastructure projects and sought land parcels needed for them. The move was part of his effort to push major urban development proposals in Karnataka’s capital.
Shivakumar said his government would try to resolve farmers’ land grant issues and consider legal amendments if needed. He also said he would lead an all-party delegation to Delhi to meet the Prime Minister and Union Ministers on the matter.
D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka after the Congress government began a new term in the state. The oath-taking marked a major leadership transition in Karnataka politics and came after his role in leading the party to victory in the 2023 elections.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Doddalahalli Kempegowda Shivakumar |
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| Known As | D.K. Shivakumar, DKShi, DK |
| Political Party | Indian National Congress |
| Current Position | Chief Minister of Karnataka |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | Studied at National College, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru |
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Personal Life
| Community | Vokkaliga |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Spouse | Usha Shivakumar |
Family
| Father | Kempegowda |
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| Mother | Gowramma |
Career
| Political Career | Started as a student leader and rose through the Congress party; elected MLA multiple times from Karnataka constituencies including Sathanur and Kanakapura. |
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| Other Roles | Held several ministerial portfolios in the Karnataka government, including energy and water resources. |
Social Media
| https://x.com/DKShivakumar |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born into an agrarian family. | |
| 2. He is widely known as a strong Congress strategist in Karnataka. | |
| 3. He has been described in media as one of Karnataka’s wealthiest politicians. |