Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge recently reprimanded party workers in Karnataka for chanting “DK-DK” during a party event. The incident occurred at the swearing-in ceremony of BK Hariprasad as the new president of the Karnataka unit. As the ceremony progressed, some workers began chanting in support of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, disrupting the proceedings. ([newsbytesapp.com](https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/politics/keep-quiet-kharge-scolds-useless-congress-workers-shouting-dk-dk/story?utm_source=openai))
Kharge addressed the workers directly, instructing them to cease the chanting. He emphasized that the event was organized to strengthen the party and was not centered around any individual leader. Kharge reminded the workers that such behavior was inappropriate and that the focus should remain on the collective goals of the Congress party. ([ndtv.in](https://ndtv.in/india/mallikarjun-kharge-scolds-congress-workers-shouting-dk-dk-11669564?pfrom=home-khabar_topstories&utm_source=openai))
This incident highlights the internal dynamics within the Karnataka Congress, especially following D.K. Shivakumar’s appointment as Deputy Chief Minister. While his leadership has garnered significant support, party leaders like Kharge are keen on ensuring that individual displays of loyalty do not disrupt the party’s unity and focus. ([indianwitness.com](https://www.indianwitness.com/news/politics/kharge-rebukes-congress-workers-threatens-action-over-d?utm_source=openai))
The event serves as a reminder of the delicate balance required to maintain unity within the Congress party. While expressions of support for leaders are natural, it is crucial that such displays do not overshadow the party’s collective mission. Leaders like Kharge are tasked with guiding the party through these challenges, emphasizing the importance of discipline and unity.
For more insights into this incident, you can watch the following video:
[‘DK, DK’ Slogans Makes Siddaramaiah Angry? ‘Fuming’ Karnataka CM Publicly Scolds Own Party Workers?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrjJFcq5xi8&utm_source=openai)
