DK Shivakumar’s Delhi visit as new Karnataka CM draws massive reception and buzz

Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar received a grand welcome at Karnataka Bhavan during his first visit to Delhi after taking office. Supporters and officials gathered to mark the occasion with celebrations and greetings.

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Updated : 10 June 2026, 1:37 PM IST

D. K. Shivakumar Chief Minister of Karnataka (Image Internet)

New Delhi: Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was accorded a grand welcome at Karnataka Bhavan in New Delhi during his first visit to the national capital after being sworn in as Chief Minister. The visit marks his initial official engagement in Delhi following his assumption of office.

Supporters and officials gathered at the venue to greet the Chief Minister, creating a celebratory atmosphere as he arrived.

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Warm Reception at Karnataka Bhavan

On reaching Karnataka Bhavan, Shivakumar was welcomed with traditional gestures and enthusiastic support from party workers and staff members. The reception highlighted his new role as the state’s top leader and reflected the political significance of his Delhi visit.

Visuals from the event showed a large turnout of supporters who gathered to catch a glimpse of the Chief Minister, with greetings and slogans marking the occasion.

Focus on Political and Administrative Engagements

The visit is expected to include a series of meetings and discussions with senior leaders and central government representatives. While the specific agenda has not been officially detailed, such visits typically involve coordination on state-related matters, development projects, and administrative issues.

Shivakumar’s presence in Delhi comes at a time when Karnataka’s new leadership is working to establish governance priorities and strengthen coordination between the state and the Centre.

Symbolic Start to Tenure in National Capital

The grand welcome at Karnataka Bhavan is being seen as a symbolic start to Shivakumar’s engagement with national-level politics as Chief Minister. The reception also underscores his political standing within the party and the expectations surrounding his leadership role.

His first visit to Delhi as CM is likely to set the tone for future interactions between the Karnataka government and central authorities, especially on key policy and development matters.