Siddaramaiah to retain CM bungalow, DK Shivakumar will move to another govt house
In a unique political arrangement in Karnataka, outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will retain the official 'Cauvery' bungalow until 2028, while incoming CM DK Shivakumar will reside in a different government property. The transition follows a leadership change, with the swearing-in ceremony planned as a low-key event to minimize traffic disruption.
Why it matters
This highlights the complexities of political transitions and the informal power dynamics within state governments regarding official perks and housing.
Share Advertisement An agreement over the official Cauvery bungalow has been reached between DK Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah Nagarjun Dwarakanath UPDATED: Jun 2, 2026 23:42 IST Written By: Akash Chatterjee A unique housing arrangement has emerged in Karnataka amid an impending leadership transition. While the state's longest-serving Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, is resigning to pave the way for DK Shivakumar to take over the top post, there will be no change in the occupancy of Cauvery, the official bungalow traditionally allotted to the sitting Chief Minister.
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