Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar Addresses Ramalinga Reddy's Cabinet Resignation
DK Shivakumar reacts after Ramalinga's resignation shock; Says, 'nothing to worry, we will sort it’
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Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar responded to Ramalinga Reddy's resignation from the Cabinet over portfolio allocation issues, asserting that discussions will resolve the matter. Reddy resigned after being denied the Bengaluru Development portfolio, which he claimed was promised to him.
- 01Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the Karnataka Cabinet due to not being assigned the Bengaluru Development portfolio.
- 02Shivakumar described Reddy as a close friend and assured that the issue would be resolved through discussions.
- 03Reddy emphasized that he had not lobbied for ministerial positions and felt humiliated by the last-minute portfolio change.
- 04Despite his resignation, Reddy confirmed his commitment to the Congress party and his role as an MLA.
- 05This resignation marks the first significant political challenge for the newly formed Shivakumar-led Congress government.
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Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar addressed the resignation of senior Congress leader Ramalinga Reddy, who stepped down from the Cabinet due to dissatisfaction with his portfolio allocation. Reddy was promised the Bengaluru Development portfolio but was instead assigned to the Major and Medium Irrigation Department. He expressed disappointment, stating he could not continue in office against his conscience and felt humiliated by the repeated assurances that were not honored. Shivakumar, referring to Reddy as a close friend, reassured that discussions would resolve the issue, emphasizing their strong camaraderie within the Cabinet. Reddy, an experienced leader and eight-time MLA, clarified that his resignation did not indicate a rebellion against the Congress party, as he intends to remain committed to his role as an MLA. This incident presents a significant challenge for the newly established Shivakumar-led Congress government, which was sworn in just days prior.
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The resignation of Ramalinga Reddy could impact the stability of the Shivakumar-led Congress government in Karnataka.
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