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Mahadevappa clarifies he never sought ministerial position in political career

Former Minister H. C. Mahadevappa remarked that he has never pursued a Ministerial role throughout his 40-year political journey in Mysuru. His statement comes in light of Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar's recent swearing-in, sparking speculation regarding Mahadevappa's absence and its potential impact on party dynamics.

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Jun 19, 2026 · 1 min read
Mahadevappa clarifies he never sought ministerial position in political career

Key Takeaways

  • H. C. Mahadevappa stated, 'I have never sought a Ministerial berth or a portfolio' during his press interaction in Mysuru.
  • Mahadevappa has been in politics for over 40 years without lobbying for a Ministerial position.
  • He attributed his absence from the new Ministry to decisions made by the party's high command.
  • Mahadevappa labeled the corruption complaint against him as 'baseless' during his comments to the media.
  • He represents the T. Narsipura assembly constituency and aims to promote awareness about the Constitution and democracy.

Political Landscape Shifts as Mahadevappa Weighs in on Recent Developments

In a recent press interaction,H. C . Mahadevappa made clear he never chased a Ministerial role during his long political career. His comments came while visiting Mysuru — a notable return after Siddaramaiah resigned as Chief Minister earlier this month .

Absent at inauguration of new cabinet led by D. K. Shivakumar,Mahadevappa addressed why he wasn't included in government . He noted those choices lie with party leaders. "Whatever decision the high command takes,it is final," he said.

Rumors swirled about his absence,but Mahadevappa stood firm. He hasn't lobbied for a government role or portfolio in his 40-plus years of politics. "I have never sought a Ministerial berth or a portfolio," he emphasized.

As for corruption complaint against him — he dismissed it as baseless . Representing T. Narsipura assembly constituency,he reaffirmed commitment to spreading awareness of constitutional values and democracy through different projects.

When asked if his exclusion opened doors for Yathindra Siddaramaiah,Mahadevappa avoided direct comparisons. He hoped for collaboration between Yathindra and Sunil Bose,working to uplift marginalized communities he and Siddaramaiah have long supported…

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