Bommai to take oath as Karnataka's CM's today

July 28, 2021 08:30

Karnataka CM-designate Basavaraj Bommai offers prayers at Bhagavan Sri Maruthi Temple in Bengaluru

Bharatiya Janata Party leader Basavaraj Somappa Bommai is scheduled to take oath as the chief minister of Karnataka at 11 am on Wednesday, said sources.

Son of former Chief Minister of Karnataka SR Bommai, a mechanical engineering graduate and former Janata Dal (United) leader Bommai was appointed Karnataka's 23rd chief minister by the BJP high command on Tuesday, a day after caretaker Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa tendered his resignation.

Shortly after his election as Karnataka Chief Minister, Basavaraj Bommai on Tuesday said that he will strive to work for the welfare of the poor.

"It is a big responsibility in the given situation. I will strive to work for the welfare of the poor. It will be pro-people and pro-poor people governance. We will take all measures to fight COVID-19 and floods in the state," he said.

Born on January 28, 1960, Bommai belongs to the Sadara Lingayat caste, same as his predecessor Yediyurappa. The Lingayats is the largest community of Karnataka comprising nearly 17 per cent of the population and can determine the outcome in 35 to 40 per cent assembly seats. The community has long backed the ruling party.

-- ANI

« Back to LIVE

TOP STORIES

Gandhis are not fighting from Amethi shows...: Smriti Irani

Irani said that Rahul Gandhi's candidature from Raebareli is a "victory" for the people in Amethi.

One of the strongest people I know: Nayar backs Shreyas amid career setbacks

Ahead of his side's Indian Premier League match against Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Abhishek Nayar hailed skipper Shreyas Iyer for his mental strength and positive approach to life.

Arey daro maat, bhaago maat: Modi taunts Rahul over Rae Bareli move

Modi said that Congress' tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an "all-time low"

I still want a Gandhi to contest from Amethi: KL Sharma

'I have always been a 'sevak' of the Gandhi family and whatever responsibility the Gandhi family has entrusted to its sevak, I will fulfil it'

Ready For Some Dark Love On OTT?

Holidays turn into horror, Bhansali brand of razzmatazz and tons more on OTT this week.