DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3 [1].
This transition marks a significant shift in the state's leadership after a period of political realignment within the Congress party. The appointment formalizes the transfer of power following the departure of the previous administration.
Shivakumar, the leader of the Congress Legislature Party, said the ceremony is scheduled for 5:15 p.m. [1]. The event is expected to take place in Bengaluru, with reports indicating the ceremony will be held at Lok Bhavan [2]. Some reports suggest that meetings regarding the transition may also occur at Vidhana Soudha [2].
The change in leadership follows the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on May 28, 2026 [3]. Following that resignation, Shivakumar was elected as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party, paving the way for his appointment as the state's top executive.
While some initial reports suggested the oath-taking might occur as early as June 1, the June 3 date has been confirmed by multiple sources [1], [2]. The process will finalize the formation of the new government in Karnataka.
The transition comes as the party seeks to stabilize its governance in the region. The swearing-in ceremony is the final step in a process that began with the internal party election, and the subsequent vacancy of the chief minister's office.
“DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3”
The transition from Siddaramaiah to DK Shivakumar represents a formal shift in the Congress party's internal power dynamics in Karnataka. By finalizing the oath ceremony for June 3, the party aims to resolve leadership uncertainty quickly to maintain administrative stability and legislative control in Bengaluru.
