D. K. Shivakumar took the oath of office as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka while holding a copy of the Indian Constitution [1].
The gesture serves as a symbolic commitment to constitutional values and democratic governance as Shivakumar assumes leadership of the state [2].
Shivakumar is the 25th Chief Minister of Karnataka [3]. During the swearing-in ceremony, G. Parameshwara was also sworn in as the deputy Chief Minister [1].
The event was attended by several high-ranking political figures, including Rahul Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and Siddaramaiah [1]. The ceremony took place in Karnataka, where crowds chanted "Vande Mataram" as the new administration took power [4].
By carrying the Constitution during the proceedings, Shivakumar aimed to underscore the legal and ethical framework that will guide his tenure [2]. The presence of senior party leadership suggests a coordinated transition of power within the state government [1].
“D. K. Shivakumar took the oath of office as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka while holding a copy of the Indian Constitution.”
The use of the Indian Constitution as a prop during the swearing-in ceremony is a calculated political signal. It positions the new administration as a defender of institutional norms and the rule of law, likely intended to contrast the government's approach with its political opponents.
