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Minister Ramalinga Reddy Resigns Over Portfolio Dispute in Karnataka

Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the Karnataka cabinet due to dissatisfaction with his portfolio allocation following a change in Chief Minister. Reddy, who was promised the Bengaluru Urban Development portfolio, was instead assigned the Water Resources Ministry. He announced his resignation at a press conference in Koramangala, Bengaluru, emphasizing his continued loyalty to the Congress party and his role as an MLA. Reddy's resignation highlights internal tensions within the party over ministerial assignments.

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Politics·Telangana Today·

Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy Resigns, Criticizes CM Shivakumar Over Portfolio Allocation

Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy resigned from the Cabinet, criticizing Chief Minister DK Shivakumar for not honoring a promise to allocate him the Bengaluru Urban portfolio. Reddy, who will remain a Congress MLA, announced his resignation from his Koramangala office, citing dissatisfaction with being assigned the Water Resources portfolio instead. He claims assurances were made by Shivakumar and his brother, DK Suresh, which were not fulfilled.

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Politics·The Hans India·

Rahul Gandhi and Kharge in Bengaluru for AICC Chief's Nomination Amid Congress Crisis

Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge arrived in Bengaluru to participate in Kharge's nomination for the Rajya Sabha election. Their visit coincides with a crisis in the Karnataka Congress, as Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced his resignation over portfolio disputes. Reddy, speaking from his Koramangala office, expressed dissatisfaction with not receiving the promised Bengaluru Urban portfolio. Additionally, Minister K. H. Muniyappa is unhappy with his portfolio allocation and has refused to assume charge.

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Politics·AP7AM·

Minister Reddy Optimistic About Resolution of Resignation Issue

Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy expressed optimism about resolving his resignation issue through party discussions. Speaking in Koramangala, he mentioned meetings with senior leaders, including CM D.K. Shivakumar and AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, to address the matter. Reddy clarified he did not lobby for his current portfolio and is awaiting the leadership's decision.

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Politics·IBTimes India·

Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy Resigns Over Portfolio Dispute

Karnataka's Minister for Water Resources, Ramalinga Reddy, announced his resignation from the state cabinet, citing unmet promises by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar regarding the allocation of the Bengaluru Urban portfolio. Reddy, who will remain an MLA and Congress member, expressed dissatisfaction with being assigned the Water Resources portfolio instead. Chief Minister Shivakumar downplayed the situation, emphasizing his close relationship with Reddy and expressing confidence in resolving the issue.

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Politics·Ommcom News·

Ramalinga Reddy Resigns from Karnataka Cabinet Over Portfolio Dispute

Karnataka Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy announced his resignation from the state Cabinet, citing humiliation over not receiving the Bengaluru Urban portfolio as promised. Speaking from his Koramangala office, Reddy expressed dissatisfaction with Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's assurance being unfulfilled. Despite resigning, Reddy will continue as an MLA and remain in the Congress party.

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