Archive · 27 May 2025
Turf War Erupts as DK Suresh Eyes KMF Chair
DK Suresh, backed by his brother, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, wants to become the chairman of the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF).
This has caused a disagreement within the Congress party, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's supporters backing another candidate, KY Nanje Gowda.
The KMF is important because it manages many milk producers in the state.
The current chairman also claims the Chief Minister promised him another term.
With elections upcoming, different leaders are vying for the influential position.
DK Suresh is expected to win the Bamul board election, increasing his chances, but the KMF chairman election is still uncertain.
DK Suresh, supported by his brother, seeks the KMF chairman position.
This move has intensified internal conflicts within the Congress party.
Siddaramaiah's faction backs KY Nanje Gowda for the chairmanship.
The current KMF chairman claims Siddaramaiah promised him another term.
The election for the KMF chairman is expected in early July.
- Who
- DK Suresh, supported by DK Shivakumar, and KY Nanje Gowda, supported by Siddaramaiah, are vying for the KMF chairman position. The current KMF chairman LBP Bheema Naik is also involved.
- What
- A political dispute has erupted within the Congress party over the chairmanship of the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF).
- When
- The KMF chairman election is expected in the first week of July, with the Bamul election set for June 10.
- Where
- Karnataka, specifically focusing on the Bangalore Milk Union Ltd (Bamul) and the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF).
- Why
- To lead the Karnataka Milk Federation and increase their influence. It has also sparked a power struggle within the Congress party.
DK Suresh Supporters
Siddaramaiah Camp
KMF Chairmanship
DK Suresh Supporters
DK Suresh should be KMF chairman to strengthen the organization. His election is expected.
Siddaramaiah Camp
KY Nanje Gowda should be considered as the KMF chairman as he has served for 38 years.
Political Strategy
DK Suresh Supporters
DK Suresh's candidacy is important to bring him back into the spotlight.
Siddaramaiah Camp
They want to stop the pressure from DK Shivakumar's camp.
- Number of Milk Unions in Karnataka
- 16
- KMF Chairman Election (Likely)
- July
- Milk producers overseen by KMF
- 25 lakh
- Komul Election
- June 25
- DK Suresh's 2024 Election Result
- Bangalore Rural