DKS says he'll back CM like a rock

Surprises Siddaramaiah’s supporters; Centre trying to destabilise govt, claim Cong leaders

- BR UDAYA KUMAR

IN a surprise for the massive gathering of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's supporters at the KPCC Janakalyana Swabhimana Samavesha in Hassan - the bastion of Vokkaliga leader and JDS supremo H D Deve Gowda - Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said he would back Siddaramaiah like a rock, now and always.

Addressing the mammoth KPCC Swabhimani Samavesha, Shivakumar said he is committed to his words and will discharge his responsibilities honestly, in the interest of the party.

He said the Samavesha was organized to console families, especially women, who had been insulted and attacked by JDS leaders.

Coming down heavily on JDS and BJP leaders for allegedly trying to destabilize the government, Shivakumar said no party leader could destabilize the state government, which has the support of all sections of society.