Who is D.K Shivakumar? Congress veteran, 8-time MLA likely as next Karnataka CM after Siddaramaiah's resignation; Know his education, family, political career

In a major leadership shuffle in Karnataka, CM Siddaramaiah is set to resign from his position on Thursday, May 28. 77-year-old Congress veteran is all set to step down to pave the way for Deputy Chief Minister Doddalahalli Kempegowda Shivakumar. CM Siddaramaiah hosted a breakfast meeting at his 'kaveri' residence in Bengaluru, where D.K. Shivakumar publicly touched the feet of CM to seek his blessings. The meeting was attended by other leaders including Priyank Kharge, KJ George, MB Patil, Ramalinga Reddy, and HK Patil, where CM Siddaramaih confirmed his resignation after Lunch, as per reports.