DK Shivakumar NEW DELHI: Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday asserted there is “no need” for him to step down as the state Congress president, stressing that his health is “good” and that he has several responsibilities to discharge as Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) chief. “I have worked to build the party day in and day out, and I will continue to do so. My mental, physical and political health is good,” he told reporters in Bengaluru, according to ANI.Shivakumar noted that he must oversee the laying of foundation stones for 100 Congress party offices in Karnataka and is scheduled to meet Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. “We have to celebrate the Congress foundation day (December 28). Who will do all this? I have to do it. Why should I resign from the KPCC presidency? There is no need for it,” he remarked. Describing himself as a “loyal soldier” of the party, he added that he would continue as KPCC chief for as long as the leadership wants him to remain in the role.On whether he would raise rumours of a Cabinet reshuffle during his meeting with Kharge, Shivakumar distanced himself from the matter. “That is left to the CM (Siddaramaiah). He will discuss it with the high command. I am meeting Kharge only to finalise dates for laying the foundation for the new Congress offices. I would like both Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to lay the foundation stone. I am requesting a date before December 1 as the Parliament session starts that day,” he explained. Shivakumar’s reaffirmation of loyalty comes amid a renewed push from a section of the Karnataka Congress for him to be elevated as chief minister under the so-called “2.5-year formula” that party leaders had reportedly agreed upon after returning to power in May 2023, defeating the BJP.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosNIA Arrests Alleged Aide Of ‘Suicide Bomber’ Umar Nabi In Delhi Terror AttackEAM Jaishankar Meets Qatar’s Top Leadership In Doha, Reaffirms Commitment To Stronger TiesSGPC Mulls Banning Lone Women In Pilgrim Jathas After ‘Missing’ Punjab Woman Marries Pakistani ManRSS-Linked Youth Shot Dead In Punjab’s Firozpur, Probe UnderwayKerala: RSS Worker Dies By Suicide After BJP Denies Local Body Poll Ticket In Thiruvananthapuram1 Dead, Several Feared Trapped As Portion Of Stone Mine Collapses In UP’s Sonbhadra; Rescue Ops On”I have no family…” Rohini Acharya Cuts Ties With Lalu Clan, Exits Politics Post-RJD DefeatRK Singh Slams Bihar BJP Suspension, Says He Only Opposed Tickets to Criminal Candidates‘Premature to Speculate’: Tharoor Hits Back at Farooq Abdullah Over Operation Sindoor Remarks‘Nitish Still X-Factor’ Pavan Verma Decodes Why Jan Suraaj Couldn’t Break Through in Bihar Polls123Photostories5 home exercises for Parkinson’s diseaseJournaling for beginners: 5 simple ways to start your de-stress journey5 ways to deepen connection without sending long emotional texts7 Cs of a champion mindset to drive success7-day infused water challenge that will reduce blood sugar levelsHow Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone inspires modern moms with grace and strength5 unsung women freedom fighters of the Indian race to Independence5 most expensive foods in the worldUnseen childhood pictures of Shraddha Kapoor with Shakti Kapoor, Siddhant, and Lata Mangeshkar you can’t miss5 timeless Swami Vivekananda quotes to inspire students on their journey123Hot PicksAlinagar Election ResultRaghopur Election ResultBihar Election Result 2025Gold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingKayla NicoleArjun TendulkarJames Harden girlfriendDubai Prince Sheikh Hamdan Net WorthRCB IPL RetentionBengaluru Techie Shoes MissingUS VisaIslam makhachev net worthDelhi BlastCharlie Mcavoy Injury
NEW DELHI: Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday asserted there is “no need” for him to step down as the state Congress president, stressing that his health is “good” and that he has several responsibilities to discharge as Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) chief. “I have worked to build the party day in and day out, and I will continue to do so. My mental, physical and political health is good,” he told reporters in Bengaluru, according to ANI.Shivakumar noted that he must oversee the laying of foundation stones for 100 Congress party offices in Karnataka and is scheduled to meet Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. “We have to celebrate the Congress foundation day (December 28). Who will do all this? I have to do it. Why should I resign from the KPCC presidency? There is no need for it,” he remarked. Describing himself as a “loyal soldier” of the party, he added that he would continue as KPCC chief for as long as the leadership wants him to remain in the role.On whether he would raise rumours of a Cabinet reshuffle during his meeting with Kharge, Shivakumar distanced himself from the matter. “That is left to the CM (Siddaramaiah). He will discuss it with the high command. I am meeting Kharge only to finalise dates for laying the foundation for the new Congress offices. I would like both Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi to lay the foundation stone. I am requesting a date before December 1 as the Parliament session starts that day,” he explained. Shivakumar’s reaffirmation of loyalty comes amid a renewed push from a section of the Karnataka Congress for him to be elevated as chief minister under the so-called “2.5-year formula” that party leaders had reportedly agreed upon after returning to power in May 2023, defeating the BJP.
