Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar says MLA resignations will be accepted ‘in minutes’ after cabinet expansion sparks friction
DKS on Tuesday warned MLAs threatening resignation that the party remains important, adding that any resignations tendered would be accepted within minutes.
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar recently expanded his cabinet, adding 19 new members to the government. However, this move has triggered friction within the Congress party as several leaders whose names were left out have expressed their disappointment and even offered to resign. Congress MLA Yashvantharayagouda V Patil and Belur Gopalakrishna have resigned as MLAs, according to ANI.
Shivakumar, in response to the resignations, warned Congress MLAs threatening to leave that resignations would be accepted within minutes, stating that the party remains important and that any resignations are a natural part of political life. Reflecting on his past experiences, Shivakumar emphasized the importance of patience, noting that he too faced the same situation when he was not made a minister during the tenures of previous chief ministers.
The senior Congress leader expressed his disappointment over not being included in the cabinet expansion and emphasized his commitment to the party and the people of Karnataka. He stressed that despite not being given a ministerial position, he remains loyal to the party and will continue to work towards the state's development.
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