Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar issued a stern warning to disgruntled Congress MLAs threatening to resign following a recent cabinet expansion, stating on Tuesday that any resignations would be accepted within minutes. Speaking in Bengaluru, Shivakumar emphasized that the party remains paramount over individual aspirations and urged lawmakers to exercise patience, noting that posts in state-run boards and corporations will soon be filled to accommodate legislators.
Shivakumar Emphasises Party Importance And Patience
The warning comes as several legislators expressed frustration over being left out of the recent cabinet expansion. Addressing reporters in Bengaluru, Shivakumar made it clear that lawmakers threatening to quit would face swift acceptance of their resignations. “If anyone gives resignation, within a few minutes I’m going to accept,” Shivakumar asserted, adding that no one can stop those who choose to leave politics.
Stressing that the organization comes before any single member, the Chief Minister noted, “If they want the party and their future, the party is important. If there is party there is everything else.” To encourage disgruntled members to remain calm, Shivakumar pointed to his own political history. He recalled that he could have resigned when he was overlooked for ministerial berths during the tenures of former Chief Ministers Dharam Singh and Siddaramaiah.
Shivakumar also highlighted Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and other senior political figures who waited for their moment. He reminded reporters that prominent leaders such as AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge and former chief ministers were previously passed over for ministerial roles before later ascending to higher leadership positions. “One needs to have patience,” he stated.
Did You Know? Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar pointed to historical precedents within the party, noting that senior leaders including AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge, Bangarappa, and Dharam Singh endured periods without ministerial posts before later serving as chief ministers.
To help ease tensions surrounding the recent cabinet changes, Shivakumar confirmed that positions within state-run boards and corporations are expected to be filled up soon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar issue a warning to Congress MLAs?
Shivakumar issued the warning in response to disgruntled Congress MLAs threatening to resign after being left out of the recent cabinet expansion.
How did Shivakumar say the party would handle any MLA resignations?
Shivakumar stated that if any disgruntled lawmakers submit their resignations, he will accept them “within a few minutes.”
What solutions did the Chief Minister offer to appease the legislators?
Shivakumar urged the legislators to remain patient and announced that posts in state-run boards and corporations will be filled up soon to accommodate them.
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