D. K. Shivakumar is scheduled to be sworn in as the chief minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026 [1, 2].

The transition marks a shift in the state's leadership as the former deputy chief minister and Karnataka State Congress President assumes the top executive role. This appointment comes amid anticipation regarding the composition of the new state cabinet.

The swearing-in ceremony is taking place at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru [1, 2]. Reports on the exact timing of the event vary, with schedules listed between 4 p.m. [2] and 4:05 p.m. [1].

Alongside the chief minister, a new team of ministers is expected to be inducted into the government. Estimates on the initial size of the cabinet range from 10 to 12 ministers [3, 4]. This process follows a period of reported tension regarding the allocation of ministerial berths [4].

Shivakumar's ascent to the chief ministership follows his previous tenure as deputy chief minister. The event is being monitored by political observers across the region as the new administration begins its term.

“D. K. Shivakumar is scheduled to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka”

The appointment of D. K. Shivakumar as chief minister consolidates his influence within the Karnataka Congress. The specific number of ministers inducted during this initial ceremony will signal how the new administration intends to balance various political factions, and regional interests within the state government.