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Shivakumar’s elevation as Karnataka CM poses existential challenge for JD(S)

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Shivakumar’s elevation as Karnataka CM poses existential challenge for JD(S)
Party leaders weigh return of H.D. Kumaraswamy to State politics amid concerns over Congress consolidating Vokkaliga support ahead of 2028 Assembly elections
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The change of guard in Karnataka’s Congress-led government is emerging as an existential challenge for the Janata Dal (Secular), with some dramatic decisions, including a possible return to full-time State politics by Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy, being contemplated by the party leadership.

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Published - May 29, 2026 03:06 pm IST

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Source: The Hindu - India News

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