Shivakumar

A TTD board member, G. Bhanuprakash Reddy, objects to Karnataka CM Shivakumar's offer of 'Tirumala Nitya Harathi' to VIPs, calling it an authoritative overreach without TTD consultation. The issue is set to be discussed at the TTD trust board.

CM Shivakumar stated that some Bengaluru footpath vendors may face tough consequences. He assured that evicted vendors will be provided alternative places.

The Chief Minister announced a ₹1 crore allocation per constituency to address drinking water issues, separate from the personal deposit accounts of Deputy Commissioners in each district, as stated by Shivakumar.

The Chief Minister (CM) states that an appropriate reply will be given to Maharashtra regarding a border issue. The CM mentions studying Mumbai resolutions to formulate the response, as stated by Shivakumar.

The state will introduce a Minister to redress public grievance. Chief Minister Shivakumar stated his aim is to take the government to the people.

The CM is set to review the progress of works in Belagavi today. A delegation from the South Indian Sugar Mills Association is scheduled to meet Shivakumar at Suvarna Soudha at 4 p.m.

Karnataka Chief Minister warns of strict action against officials negligent in drought management. The government aims to provide transparent, people-centric governance ensuring all citizens receive their constitutional and civic entitlements.

Karnataka Chief Minister Shivakumar announced that street vendors in Bengaluru will be relocated to alternative spaces instead of being displaced. Registered vendors will receive pushcarts, and sufficient funds are guaranteed for the New Anubhava Mantapa project at Basavakalyan.

Shivakumar addressed concerns regarding the privatisation of power supply with a positive response. The focus of the discussion was on public apprehensions about transitioning power supply management to private entities.

The Bidadi project has become a platform for competition among Vokkaliga leaders. Personal allegations are being exchanged between Shivakumar and Kumaraswamy, complicating the political narrative.

New gates at Tungabhadra dam were inaugurated, with three states committing to protect farmers' interests. Discussions included the Navali balancing reservoir and silt removal to improve water conservation and storage.

Tenginakai accuses the Chief Minister of attempting to cover up corruption in the Gruha Lakshmi scheme. The Hubballi-Dharwad Central MLA claims Shivakumar is now discussing a review of beneficiaries due to large-scale corruption.

The Chief Minister announced that a cabinet meeting will be held in Coastal Karnataka. Mr. Shivakumar emphasized expanding the region's employment potential and prioritizing economic growth through tourism.

A stand-off over the Bengaluru Development portfolio is likely to be discussed in Delhi. Shivakumar will meet senior party leaders including Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, while Krishna Byre Gowda, who has not yet taken charge of the portfolio, is already in Delhi.

Shivakumar, the Chief Minister, traveled by Metro in Bengaluru to avoid traffic and visited his home constituency, Kanakapura, to express gratitude to his constituents.

Days after the Chief Minister proposed the formation of dedicated anti-rowdy squads, police circles across the state have been directed to implement the initiative. Shivakumar emphasized the need to eradicate rowdyism and strengthen law and order during a meeting held on Thursday.

Minister Ramalinga Reddy’s resignation issue has been resolved, according to Chief Minister Shivakumar. The two met for nearly two-and-a-half hours at a private hotel in Jayanagar late on June 5, 2026.