Shivakumar Steps Down; Hariprasad Takes Over KPCC Leadership
D.K. Shivakumar resigned as president of Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC), paving the way for B.K. Hariprasad to take over. The change underscores restructured political dynamics ahead of Shivakumar's official term as Chief Minister.
Highlights
- •Shivakumar resigns as KPCC President
- •Hariprasad assumes post with immediate effect
- •Hariprasad's past roles as Rajya Sabha member and Leader of Opposition
- •Interlude in Hariprasad's ministerial aspirations
BENGALURU: As Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar prepares to take over leadership on Wednesday, he has stepped down from his position as president of Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC). The post will now be filled by Congress leader B.K. Hariprasad.
Shivakumar's resignation came after his appointment as Chief Minister, and a statement issued indicated that Hariprasad assumed the presidency with immediate effect. General Secretary of All India Congress Committee K.C. Venugopal acknowledged Shivakumar's contributions to the organization before he took over.
B.K. Hariprasad has a diverse background in politics, having served as a Rajya Sabha member multiple times from 1990 through 2014. He held his most recent significant political role as the Leader of Opposition in Council from January 2022 to early 2023.
Hariprasad's Political Career and Aspirations
Earlier, Hariprasad expressed interest in securing a ministerial berth within the party. However, his focus shifted as he accepted the new position at KPCC, likely to align with broader strategic goals of the Congress leadership.
This change follows a series of political shifts in Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee, reflecting evolving priorities for the state and national politics under new leadership.
