New Delhi:Karnataka deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday issued his first public statement after caretaker Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah resigned from the top post. Shivakumar, who is likely to become the next chief minister, praised Siddaramaiah’s leadership and highlighted his contribution to Karnataka’s politics and welfare policies.

In a detailed statement posted hours after Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot accepted Siddaramaiah’s resignation, Shivakumar thanked the veteran Congress leader for his “years of service and leadership to the people of Karnataka”.

“God does not give boons or curses. He only gives opportunities. What truly matters is what we make of those opportunities,” Shivakumar said in the opening line of his statement.

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Praising Siddaramaiah’s political journey, Shivakumar said, “Shri Siddaramaiah avaru’s life is one of the finest reflections of this thought. From a humble village in Mysuru to leading Karnataka as Chief Minister, his journey stands as a testament to resilience, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to social justice.”

Shivakumar also spoke about their political partnership since he became Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president in 2020.

“Ever since I was entrusted with the responsibility of serving as KPCC President in 2020, Siddaramaiah avaru has stood firmly beside me like a pillar of strength. Together, we have worked shoulder to shoulder in strengthening the party and taking its vision to the people,” he said.

Calling it a privilege to work with Siddaramaiah as deputy chief minister, Shivakumar said he hoped the senior leader’s guidance would continue in the future as well.

He also stressed the need for unity in the party during the leadership transition.

“As the saying goes, ‘If you want to walk fast, walk alone. If you want to walk far, walk together.’ I look forward to carrying this journey forward together for the people of Karnataka,” Shivakumar said.

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