D.K. Shivakumar was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka on June 3, 2026 [1].

The ceremony marks the official formation of a new Congress-led state government following recent assembly elections. This transition establishes the executive leadership for one of India's most economically significant states.

Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administered the oaths of office and secrecy at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru [1, 2]. Shivakumar becomes the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka [4]. During the event, Dr. G. Parameshwara was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister [1, 2].

The new administration is building its executive branch to manage state affairs. Reports on the size of the initial cabinet vary, with one source stating 13 Congress MLAs and leaders were sworn in as ministers [5], while another indicates a cabinet of 12 ministers was inducted [6].

The swearing-in process at Lok Bhavan serves as the formal commencement of the government's term. The appointment of both a Chief Minister and a Deputy Chief Minister reflects the internal leadership structure of the Congress party in the region [1, 2].

As the 34th person to hold the office, Shivakumar assumes control of the state's legislative and administrative agenda [4]. The induction of the cabinet ministers completes the primary phase of government formation following the electoral mandate [5, 6].

“D.K. Shivakumar becomes the 34th Chief Minister of Karnataka.”

The appointment of D.K. Shivakumar and Dr. G. Parameshwara signals a consolidation of power within the Karnataka Congress party. By establishing a dual leadership structure with a Deputy Chief Minister, the party is likely managing internal regional balances and factional dynamics to ensure stability in the state's administration.