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Ramalinga Reddy resigns from Ministry, says he is ‘humiliated’

The eight-time Bengaluru MLA said that he would remain in Congress and work as a legislator

Watch: Cabinet Trouble for D.K. Shivakumar as Ramalinga Reddy Resigns | Above the Fold | 05.06.2026

In today’s episode, we look at Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s first political crisis, as Ramalinga Reddy resigns from Cabinet. We also ask our reporters to break down what K. Annamalai’s latest announcement means for Tamil Nadu politics.

Portfolio troubles: Ramalinga Reddy resigns, Muniyappa sulks

Watch: Karnataka cabinet shock: Why Ramalinga Reddy’s resignation has pushed DKS into a corner

Hours after portfolio allocations, the new Karnataka government has hit a massive wall. Veteran Bangalore strongman Ramalinga Reddy has resigned, senior Dalit face K.H. Muniappa is in open revolt, and D.K. Shivakumar’s biggest nightmare is coming alive. In this deep-dive analysis, we break down the brewing storm in Vidhana Soudha.

Party’s decision on portfolio cannot be changed, says Karnataka Chief Minister

D.K. Shivakumar acknowledges that he had promised Ramalinga Reddy Bengaluru Development portfolio

'He Is My Closest Friend, We'll Sort It Out': DK Shivakumar On Ramalinga Reddy Resignation Row

Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar downplays minister Ramalinga Reddy's resignation, calls him a close friend, says party will resolve the issue through talks.

'Nothing to worry': DKS in damage-control mode after 'closest of friend' quits Karnataka cabinet

Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar has assured that there is "nothing to worry" regarding the resignation of minister Ramalinga Reddy. Reddy, a close friend and senior leader, expressed dissatisfaction with his allocated portfolio and sought a different ministerial post. Shivakumar stated he would discuss the matter with Reddy to resolve the issue.

Ramalinga Reddy resigns from Karnataka cabinet over portfolio allocation

Reddy expressed his disappointment over the allocation of the ministry, Bengaluru Development Department, after CM Shivakumar had earlier promised him to provide the same

Video: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy quits over desired portfolio snub

Video: Karnataka Minister Ramalinga Reddy quits over desired portfolio snub

Ramalinga Reddy to resign as Karnataka minister, unhappy with portfolio allocation

I cannot work against conscience," Mr. Reddy said at a press conference

Ramalinga Reddy resigns as Karnataka minister

Days after taking oath, 'humilated' Ramalinga Reddy quits Karnataka cabinet; cites 'DKS U-turn'

Karnataka minister R Ramalinga Reddy resigned just two days after his oath, citing strong dissatisfaction with his allocated portfolio. He expressed disappointment, stating Chief Minister DK Shivakumar reneged on an assurance regarding the Bengaluru development department. Reddy affirmed his continued loyalty to the Congress party, emphasizing he would not work against his conscience.

Rift In DKS Government? Minister Ramalinga Reddy Upset Over Portfolio, May Resign

After reportedly being denied Bengaluru Development portfolio and assigned Major and Medium Irrigation department instead, Ramalinga Reddy is weighing resignation from cabinet.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah holds closed door talks amid signs of power transition to DKS

Among those who arrived for the breakfast meeting were ministers Priyank Kharge, KJ George, MB Patil, Ramalinga Reddy and HK Patil.