Davanagere: Congress MLA Basavaraju V. Shivaganga on Sunday asserted that Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar would assume the Chief Minister’s position by December. Speaking to the media in Davanagere, he stated, “You (media) can write it down—Shivakumar will become the CM by December. It will happen. If anyone wants, I can write it down in my blood. After taking charge, he will perform so well that he will win the next assembly election and continue as CM for a full term.”

Shivaganga reiterated that Shivakumar would serve as Chief Minister for the next 7.5 years, beginning in December. He credited Shivakumar for the Congress party’s strong performance in both state assembly and Lok Sabha elections, adding that his leadership was instrumental in electing 75 to 80 first-time MLAs.

Expressing his unwavering support, Shivaganga said, “We are confident that the Congress high command will make him the Chief Minister. Demanding the CM post for Shivakumar is our right. He will assume office with the support of Congress MLAs.” He also called for action against Minister for Cooperation K.N. Rajanna, accusing him of making statements that tarnished the party’s image.

Meanwhile, former Union Minister Veerappa Moily, speaking at a party function in Udupi, stated that “no one can stop Shivakumar from becoming the Chief Minister.” He added that the decision had already been made and advised Shivakumar to remain unaffected by opposition statements.

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Thane (PTI): A 45-year-old man was killed, and his wife and son were injured when a portion of plaster from the ceiling collapsed in their flat in a seven-storey building in Thane on Saturday, officials said.

Chief of the Regional Disaster Management Cell, Yasin Tadvi, said the 16-year-old building is not listed in the "dangerous" category.

"The incident occurred in Karumdev Society at about 3 am. The plaster of the hall in a flat on the terrace floor suddenly fell while the occupants were asleep", he said.

Of the four people who were inside the room, two suffered minor injuries and were discharged after primary treatment, Tadvi stated.

The injured persons were identified as Arpita More (42), who suffered minor head injuries, and her son Arush More (16), who sustained injuries to both legs.

Manoj More (45), who sustained chest injuries, died during treatment at a private hospital.