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Driving
Karnataka’s
Success

D.K. Shivakumar is Karnataka’s Man of Action and Innovation. A leader, who comes forward, gets things done. Taking all aspects of Karnataka forward in a model of development democracy. Creating new opportunities for the people and the State of Karnataka.

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Our Guarantee

Creating guarantees to address the needs of every section of the society. Consistently delivering results for the people of Karnataka in a model of development democracy.

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Action speaks 

Louder than words

The proven catalyst of Karnataka’s progress transforming vision into prompt action over four decades. With an unmatched track record in the past and the present. Keeping an eye on the future, with a focus on progressive and inclusive development through innovation.

Power packed performance as
Karnataka’s Minister of Energy

Water security as Karnataka’s
Minister of Major Irrigation

Progress on the fast lane as
Minister of Urban Development

Karnataka’s growth catalyst
as Dy. Chief Minister

Expanding the Investment Ecosystem
as Dy. Chief Minister

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JOURNEY

4 decades of developing Karnataka, delivering results for the people. Creating opportunities for a progressive Karnataka.

1980s

Early Beginnings

  • Student Leader:Entered politics as a Youth Congress leader during college.

1985-90

Political Entry

  • First Election: Contested from Sathanur, lost toH.D. Deve Gowda.
  • Assembly Win:Won the Sathanur by-election, establishing his leadership.

1990-92

Minister of Prisons

  • Vocational Training: Empowered prisoners with vocational skills to reduce recidivism.
  • Prison Reforms:Improved living conditions and focused on inmate rehabilitation.
  • Prison Museum: Established a museum in Bangalore.

1999-2004

Urban Development Minister

  • Local Governance: Strengthened urban bodies for better service.
  • Housing: Promoted affordable housing for the poor.
  • Environment: Focused on green spaces and sustainable development.
  • Community Engagement: Encouraged public participation in urban planning.
  • BATF: Tackled urban challenges and improved Bangalore’s governance.
  • Infrastructure: Led key projects like K.R. Market flyover to reduce traffic.
  • Youth Empowerment: Launched Yuva Shakti to promote youth in rural development.
  • Urban Planning: Balanced urban expansion with sustainability.

2008-10

KPCC Working President

  • Congress Strategy: Strengthened the party’s grassroots and election strategies.

2014-18

Energy Minister

  • LED Streetlights: Reduced energy consumption by 40% with LED lights.
  • EV Charging: Promoted electric vehicle charging stations in major cities.
  • Green Energy: Developed GTAM to ease renewable energy investments.
  • Electricity Services: Improved service delivery in BESCOM and other companies.
  • Power Supply: Improved electricity generation and distribution across the state.
  • Solar Leadership: Made Karnataka a leader in solar energy with 150 MW capacity.
  • Water Conservation: Launched “Jala Crawl” app for water conservation.
  • Solar Pumps: Installed 1,000 solar pumps for farmers to boost productivity.

2018-19

Irrigation and Med Education Minister

  • Medical Education: Improved medical colleges and healthcare access.
  • Farmer Welfare: Aligned irrigation projects with farmer needs.
  • Irrigation: Focused on water supply projects for agriculture.
  • System Modernization: Rehabilitated irrigation systems for efficient water use.
  • Command Area Development: Enhanced irrigation efficiency for farmers.
  • Water Management: Advocated sustainable water use.

2020…

KPCC President

  • Congress Revival: Revived party’s fortunes in Karnataka after a series of defeats.

2023…

Deputy Chief Minister

  • Healthcare: Focused on improving medical colleges and rural healthcare.
  • Citizen Engagement: Prioritized quick resolution of citizen concerns.
  • E-Khata: Launched digital property management for better efficiency.
  • Nambike Nakshe: Simplified building plan approvals for small properties.
  • Yettinahole Project: Launched Rs.23,251.66 crore drinking water project for 7 districts.
  • Government at Your Doorstep: Introduced service program for faster grievance redressal.
  • Infrastructure: Inspected roads for a pothole-free Bangalore.
  • Water Conservation: Continued promoting conservation via the “Jala Crawl” app.
  • EV Initiatives: Supported EV charging infrastructure.

YES DKS

“With DKS, everyone, everywhere in Karnataka, irrespective of caste, creed, religion will move forward!”
ArpitaDoctor
Chikmagalur
DKS is the source who will drive Karnataka to success.
Samrat
Surya raitha Pavagada
DKS is working together with all stakeholders from all walks to life, to take Karnataka to greater heights.
Aftab
EntrepreneurDharwad
D.K. Shivakumar is a leader who listens to the people. He understands their struggles and works tirelessly to address their issues, making him one of the most loved and respected politicians in Karnataka.
Joel
IT ProfessionalMysuru
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