JDS open for Muslim or Dalit CM if comes to power in Karnataka: HDK

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November 23, 2022

Bengaluru: Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Kumaraswamy has said that Janata Dal (Secular) JD-S is ready to accommodate a Muslim or a Dalit chief minsiter if his party coms to power in Karnataka election 2023.

Kumaraswamy’s statement is expected to invoke sharp reaction from the political parties in Karnataka.

It may be noted that the communal tensions have been on the rise in Karnataka over issues like hijab ban, halal meat, Bajrang Dal activist Harsha murder and the controversy over Tipu Sultan.

The Janata Dal (Secular) leader and former Karnataka chief minister made the comments while taking part in his party's ‘Pancharatna Yatra’.

Kumaraswamy has said that JD(S) aims to win 123 seats in the Karnataka election 2023.

The JD(S) has announced its list of candidates for 100 constituencies for the 2023 Karnataka election soon.

Kumaraswamy sounded the poll bugle in Karnataka through party's 'Pancharatna Ratha Yatra' from Mulbagal Assembly constituency of Kolar district.

Janata Dal (Secular) Karnataka president CM Ibrahim recently stoked a controversy by stating that if his party comes to power in the upcoming assembly polls, the party will build a Tipu University.

Some political pundits are of the view that JD(S) is likely to emerge as the kingmaker following the assembly elections in Karnataka.

The Janata Dal (Secular) is trying to retain its traditional Vokkaliga vote base in southern Karnataka.

It may be noted that the BJP has been trying to attract the people of Vokkaliga community to its side.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated 108-feet-tall statue of Bengaluru founder Nadaprabhu Kempegowda in the premises of Bengaluru International Airport. Kempegowda is an icon of the Vokkaliga community.

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No rift, no rebel: Siddaramaiah–DKS stage a dramatic show of unity after high command push

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November 29,2025

New Delhi: Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah and deputy CM DK Shivakumar on Saturday put up a dramatic display of unity at a closely watched joint press briefing, firmly dismissing weeks of speculation about a power-sharing tussle within the Congress. With the high command nudging both leaders to sit together and settle the dust, the meeting became a political spectacle, ending with the duo declaring that there was “no confusion, no differences.”

Calling the reports of a rift “manufactured confusion,” Siddaramaiah said the talks had gone smoothly, even joking about their breakfast. “Breakfast was very good. All three of us enjoyed it,” he said. “We want to end this confusion once and for all. For local elections and for 2028, our mission is clear — Congress must return to power. There is no difference between me and DKS, not now, not before.”

He blamed the media for fuelling rumours and reiterated absolute adherence to the party leadership. “From tomorrow, let there be no confusion. What the high command says, we will follow.”

Siddaramaiah also assured that the Assembly session starting December 8 would run smoothly and vowed that Congress would take on the BJP and JD(S) “together.”

Shivakumar echoed the chief minister word for word, stressing loyalty and discipline. “People have given us a massive mandate. It is our duty to deliver,” he said. “This government was formed under Siddaramaiah’s leadership. We both have complete trust in the high command. If they tell me to wait, I will wait.”

He added that the two leaders had discussed strategy for the 2028 Assembly elections. “Whatever the CM says, I agree. We are loyal soldiers of the party. The party may be facing challenges nationally, but we will keep it strong in Karnataka.”

Shivakumar also said Siddaramaiah would soon visit his home for lunch or dinner — another symbolic gesture meant to underline their unity.

Both leaders later posted on social media describing the breakfast meeting as “productive” and focused on “Karnataka’s priorities.”

The BJP, however, rejected the show of camaraderie as “pure bunkum,” accusing Congress of trying to paper over an internal power struggle. But Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar insisted their united front would continue — and that there was “no confusion” within the state leadership.

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