Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has created history by becoming the longest-serving Chief Minister of the state. On Wednesday, he surpassed the record held by veteran leader Devaraj Urs, completing 2,793 days in office. With this milestone, the 77-year-old leader etched his name into the state’s political history.
Until now, Devaraj Urs held the record for the longest tenure as Chief Minister, having served for a total of 2,792 days. Siddaramaiah equalled Urs’ record on January 6 before surpassing it a day later.
Devaraj Urs, widely regarded as a champion of social justice and land reforms in Karnataka, served as Chief Minister twice — from March 20, 1972 to December 31, 1977, for 2,113 days, and again from February 28, 1978 to January 7, 1980, for 679 days.
Siddaramaiah is also serving as Chief Minister for the second time. His achievement comes amid ongoing political discussions and speculation over leadership between him and Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. Despite the reported differences, Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar extended his good wishes to Siddaramaiah on the occasion.
The milestone underscores Siddaramaiah’s enduring influence in Karnataka politics and marks a significant chapter in the state’s governance history.
