Karnataka's Chief Minister-elect DK Shivakumar is set to launch a statewide initiative called 'Janashirvada' starting June 10, aimed at solidifying his leadership across Karnataka within his short two-year term. The program will unfold in three phases, beginning in Mandya, a key region for the Vokkaliga community, and will extend to cover two districts in each of the state's four zones. This approach marks a departure from the usual practice of focusing on one's own constituency. While there were discussions about a united appearance with Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and outgoing CM Siddaramaiah, sources indicate that Shivakumar will initially proceed alone, emphasizing the program's intent to seek blessings from the electorate rather than hosting a rally. Additionally, the swearing-in ceremony will be modest, held at Lok Bhavan to avoid the chaos of large gatherings, particularly in light of the June 4, 2025, RCB stampede incident. Amid these preparations, the Congress party is also gearing up for legislative council and Rajya Sabha elections scheduled for mid-June.