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Hans India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Delhi visit proves productive on irrigation projects: Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister and Water Resources Minister DK Shivakumar announced that his recent visit to Delhi regarding Karnataka's key irrigation projects yielded positive developments. He confirmed that the Union Government responded favourably, particularly in relation to the Yettinahole Project. Speaking to media persons at Kempegowda International Airport, Shivakumar said, 'Our discussions with Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil on the Krishna Water Dispute Tribunal notification and the appraisal report for the Mekedatu Project were encouraging. We also spoke with Union Forest Minister Bhupender Yadav regarding the Kalasa-Banduri Project. Minister Prahlad Joshi suggested diplomatic resolution between the states. We've also consulted legal experts after Goa issued a showcause notice, which we believe is unjustified.' The Deputy CM further stated that proposals for new irrigation initiatives have been submitted. He plans to revisit Delhi during the upcoming Parliament session, along with state MPs, to intensify follow-up efforts. Responding to concerns about opposition to the Lakkenahalli dam site under the Yettinahole Project, he said, 'All infrastructure projects face initial resistance. Drinking water supply is a priority, and we must find suitable locations for water storage. Alongside Lakkenahalli, we are also considering areas in Koratagere. We will discuss this in the next Cabinet meeting after consultations with Minister Dr. G. Parameshwara.' Clarifying that no political discussions took place during his Delhi visit, DCM Shivakumar stated, 'We only discussed the allocation of responsibilities for party workers who have contributed at the taluk and district levels. Our recommendations will be resubmitted to the High Command for approval.' When asked about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's statement regarding MLA support, Shivakumar responded, 'I am the KPCC President and function according to the party's directives. Since the Chief Minister has responded to those questions already, there is no need for further clarification from my end.' He also declined to comment on personal political aspirations, 'There is no confusion or panic within the party. Aspirations exist for many, but I see no reason to respond to speculative questions.'
Hindustan Times
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
'No cabinet reshuffle on cards': DK Shivakumar dismisses rumours over Karnataka government
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Wednesday dismissed speculation about leadership change in the Congress-led government in the state, saying there are currently no plans to alter the cabinet composition. The Karnataka Congress has been under scrutiny over reports of a rotational chief minister arrangement between Shivakumar and CM Siddaramaiah,(PTI) "No cabinet reshuffle is on the cards. Myself and the chief minister are meeting central ministers to discuss various state issues," Shivakumar told reporters. When asked about the buzz that he will take over as chief minister after completion of two-and-half-years of the Congress government in the state, Shivakumar termed it media speculation and clarified there is no such plan. The Karnataka Congress has been under scrutiny over reports of a rotational chief minister arrangement between Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah following the party's victory in the 2023 Assembly elections. While both leaders have publicly denied any such formal agreement, speculation continues to persist within party circles. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge had recently said there is no proposal before the party for an immediate reshuffle and that the media would be informed if such a decision were made. While few ministers are reportedly under scrutiny for performance and corruption concerns, these claims have not been officially acknowledged by the government or party leadership. Shivakumar said Siddaramaiah is meeting Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to seek permission for an air show that has become a signature event during Mysuru Dasara, celebrated in September-end. He also said four vacant MLC positions will be filled before the next assembly session. Shivakumar, who also holds the water resources portfolio, said he met Union Environment and Jal Shakti ministers on Tuesday and demanded early clearance of several water projects, including the Yettinahole Project and Kalasa Banduri project. On the Yettinahole Integrated Water Supply project, the deputy chief minister said the Centre has stalled works in Tumkur and Hassan districts citing forest land issues. "We have given alternative land and sought early forest clearance so that work can continue," he said. The project addresses acute drinking water shortages in drought-prone districts of southern Karnataka and aims to supply water to approximately 75 lakh people across 6,657 villages and 38 towns. The deputy chief minister said he also sought early forest clearance for the Kalasa-Banduri Project from the Centre, saying the tender has already been issued. In the meeting, he informed that the Goa government issued a show cause notice to Karnataka in 2023 objecting to works falling under Mahadayi Wildlife Sanctuary. "It is a drinking water project and will not affect Goa. Goa cannot dictate us. Let the central government decide this matter," he said. He said the state government plans to withdraw a case filed in the Supreme Court in this regard and is taking legal opinion on the same. Shivakumar also demanded that the Union government issue a gazette notification for the Krishna Water Disputes Tribunal verdict concerning the allocation of Krishna river waters among the riparian states of Karnataka, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. "Twice the meeting was postponed without any reasons. I was told a meeting will be held this month on this issue," he added.
Hindustan Times
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Karnataka cabinet clears projects worth ₹3,400 crore, Bengaluru division gets major share
The Karnataka cabinet, in a meeting held atop the Nandi Hills here, on Wednesday approved development projects worth ₹ 3,400 crores, of which ₹ 2,050 crores were earmarked for districts falling under Bengaluru division alone, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar before the commencement of the 14th Cabinet meeting at Nandi Giridham in Chikkaballapur.(@DKShivakumar) A key decision taken at the meeting was to rename Bangalore City University as Dr Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University, in honour of the former Prime Minister, as proposed in the Budget. The cabinet meeting was held atop the Nandi Hills here under Bengaluru division, as per the government's decision to hold such meetings in all the four revenue divisions of the state. "We discussed and took decisions on 90 per cent of the subjects related to the Bengaluru division in this cabinet meeting. Projects or development works worth ₹ 3,400 crores were approved, and out of this ₹ 2,050 crores were for Bengaluru division alone," Siddaramaiah told reporters after the meeting. Subjects related to education, health, drinking water, irrigation, lake filling projects were mainly deliberated and cleared by the cabinet, he added. Deputy CM D K Shivakumar announced the formation of a Cabinet Sub-Committee under the chairmanship of Law Minister H K Patil to review the progress of the probe into illegal mining, recommend further steps to be taken, and submit a report to the government in a month's time. Referring to Yettinahole project, the CM clarified it is primarily a drinking water project, and filling the lakes is secondary. The cabinet decided to first complete the project to provide drinking water to needy areas of Kolar, Chikkaballapura, Bengaluru Rural, Tumakuru, and Hassan districts in two years. Noting that drinking water will be provided to 75 lakh people in 9 districts under this project, he said, out of 24.1 TMC of water, 14 TMC is required for drinking water. A revised estimate of ₹ 23,251 crores has been made for the Yettinahole Project, of which ₹ 17,147 crores have been spent so far, Siddaramaiah further said, while overall about ₹ 8,000 crore is required for completing the remaining project work, about ₹ 6,000 crore is remaining after spending. "The cost has increased due to land acquisition. The cabinet discussed this, and the matter (on providing remaining funds) will be brought before the next cabinet through the Finance department," he added. The cabinet has also given its nod for the establishment of 31 residential schools at an outlay of ₹ 1125.25 crores for the educational advancement of children of registered workers of the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. It has also been decided to upgrade 8 Primary health care (PHC) in new taluks into Community Health Centres (CHCs) at an estimated cost of ₹ 46 crore, the CM said. Approval has been given to establish a high-tech flower market of international standards at a cost of ₹ 141.5 crore by APMC in Chikkaballapur. Construction of two hostels in Bangalore at a cost of ₹ 10 crore to provide training including accommodation for candidates from backward classes for competitive exams like IAS and IPS was approved.
