Dy.CM DK Shivakumar commits full support to address drought-related issues in North Karnataka
Belagavi: Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar expressed the government's commitment to addressing the challenges posed by drought in North Karnataka during a press interaction at Sambra Airport on Monday.
In response to reporters' queries, he affirmed that the government is prepared to offer full support for discussions on the issues faced by North Karnataka, whether raised by opposition or ruling party MLAs.
Highlighting the inclusive approach, Shivakumar emphasized that the entirety of Karnataka, including North Karnataka, Central Karnataka, Kittur Karnataka, and Old Mysore Karnataka, constitutes the government's priority.
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He conveyed the government's readiness to actively participate in discussions in the assembly to find comprehensive solutions to the problems faced by different regions.
Addressing the recent clamor for the division of Belgaum district, Shivakumar acknowledged the ongoing concerns and stated that the government will seriously consider the matter when a formal proposal is presented in the legislative assembly.
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Himanta resigns as Assam CM, paving way for formation of new govt
Guwahati (PTI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday resigned along with his cabinet colleagues, paving the way for formation of a new government led by the BJP, officials said.
The BJP-led NDA bagged 102 seats in the 126-member assembly. The assembly elections were held in a single phase on April 9, and counting of votes took place on May 4.
"Following the formal notification of the results of #AssamElections2026 and to enable the formation of the new government, Dr @himantabiswa tendered his resignation as Chief Minister along with that of the council of Ministers to Hon'ble Governor Shri @Laxmanacharya54 today at Lok Bhawan," the Chief Minister's Office said in a post on X.
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The Governor has accepted the resignation, and requested Sarma to continue as the caretaker CM till the new government assumes office, it said.
Later, speaking to reporters outside the Lok Bhawan, Sarma said the oath-taking ceremony is likely to take place after May 11.
“As it was a historic win, we have invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi to grace the occasion," he said.
The new Assam chief minister will be selected at a meeting of the BJP legislature party in presence of central observers, Sarma said.
