Congress leader DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026 [1].
The appointment marks a significant leadership transition within the state's governing party as Shivakumar succeeds outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah [2, 3]. This shift in leadership follows arrangements made by the Congress party high command and the legislative party to manage the state's administration [3].
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Governor’s Glass House, located at Lok Bhavan [1, 4]. G C Chandrashekhar, the working president of the Congress state unit, confirmed the details of the event. "The swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Minister will be held on June 3 at the Glass House of Lok Bhavan here," Chandrashekhar said [1].
Shivakumar will not be the only official taking an oath during the proceedings. Sources indicate that between eight and 10 ministers may also be sworn in alongside the new Chief Minister [1]. The formation of the cabinet is a critical step in establishing the new administration's priorities, and distribution of portfolios within the state government [1].
The transition comes as the party seeks to maintain stability and cohesion in Karnataka. The selection process involved coordination between the state legislative party and national leadership, including Rahul Gandhi [3]. By finalizing the date and venue, the party has set a clear timeline for the transfer of power from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar [1, 4].
“DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026.”
The transition from Siddaramaiah to Shivakumar represents a strategic leadership pivot for the Congress party in Karnataka. By installing a new Chief Minister and a fresh cohort of ministers, the party is likely attempting to refresh its administrative approach while balancing internal factional dynamics within the state's legislative wing.
