Ramalinga Reddy

The Cauvery Water Regulation Committee ordered Karnataka to release 3,500 cusecs of water daily to Tamil Nadu for 15 days. Karnataka's Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy stated the state is facing a severe water shortage and may appeal the decision to the Cauvery Water Management Authority.

Tamil Nadu's Agriculture Minister Vinoth stated the state will take steps to secure Cauvery water for farmers, responding to Karnataka Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy's claim that insufficient rain and low reservoir storage prevent water release.

Water levels in KRS remain low, with available water sufficient for drinking needs in Mysuru, Mandya, and Chamarajanagar districts for the next three to four months. Irrigation use is currently restricted.

The Upper Bhadra Project in Karnataka is set to be completed by 2028, as announced by Water Resources Minister Ramalinga Reddy.

Karnataka is open to discussions with Tamil Nadu regarding the Mekedatu project, as stated by Irrigation Minister Ramalinga Reddy. The Minister emphasized the project's compliance with legal frameworks and a commitment to resolving the issue amicably.

D.K. Shivakumar, who earlier held charge of Bengaluru Development as the Deputy Chief Minister, senior Bengaluru Congress leader Ramalinga Reddy, and Krishna Byre Gowda are contesting for the Bengaluru Development portfolio. None of them are happy with the situation.

Ramalinga Reddy states he is not expecting any more portfolios.

Congress convinced Ramalinga Reddy to remain in the Karnataka Cabinet after extended discussions. The party leadership assured him his concerns would be addressed at an appropriate time.

Ramalinga Reddy is set to meet Randeep Singh Surjewala regarding portfolio allotment in the Karnataka government. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar previously met Ramalinga Reddy on June 5 to discuss portfolio allocation.

Minister Ramalinga Reddy’s resignation issue has been resolved, according to Chief Minister Shivakumar. The two met for nearly two-and-a-half hours at a private hotel in Jayanagar late on June 5, 2026.

Karnataka Chief Minister states the party's decision on portfolio allocations is final. D.K. Shivakumar confirmed he had promised Ramalinga Reddy the Bengaluru Development portfolio.

Ramalinga Reddy resigns from the Ministry, citing feelings of humiliation. He stated he will remain in Congress and continue working as a legislator.

Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar faces his first political crisis as Ramalinga Reddy resigns from the Cabinet. The article also examines the implications of K. Annamalai's recent announcement for Tamil Nadu politics.

Ramalinga Reddy resigns due to portfolio troubles, while Muniyappa is reported to be sulking. The developments indicate internal issues within the portfolio management.