D. K. Shivakumar Age, Caste, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More StarsUnfolded

Full nameDoddalahalli Kempegowda ShivakumarNickname(s)• D. K. Shi
• DKS
• Kanakapura Rock
• Congress' Man Friday
• The Tiger of SanthurProfession• Politician
• Social Worker
• Agriculturalist
• EducationistFamous forEight-time MLA & one of the richest politicians in IndiaPhysical Stats & MoreHeight (approx.)in centimeters- 178 cm
in meters- 1.78 m
in feet & inches- 5’ 10”Weight (approx.)in kilograms- 70 kg
in pounds- 154 lbsEye ColourSalt and PepperHair ColourDark BrownPoliticsPolitical PartyIndian National Congress (INC)Political Journey• D.K Shivakumar began his political career in the early 1980s as a student leader.
• In 1989, at the age of 27, he won his first election to the Karnataka Legislative Assembly from the Sathanur constituency in Mysuru district.
• He served as Karnataka's Minister of Prisons and Homeguards from 17 October 1990 to 19 November 1992.
• Shivakumar was re-elected from the same constituency in the subsequent assembly elections held in 1994, 1999, and 2004.
• He served as Karnataka's Minister of Urban Development from 11 October 1999 to 20 May 2004.
• In 2008, 2013, 2018, and 2023 assembly elections, he won from the Kanakapura constituency.
• He was the KPCC (Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee) Working President from 2008 to 2010.
• He was Karnataka's Minister of Energy from 11 July 2014 to 19 May 2018.
• He was Karnataka's Minister of Major Irrigation and Medical Education from 23 May 2018 to 23 July 2019.
• He became the KPCC President on 2 July 2020.
• On 20 May 2023, he was sworn in as the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka.Personal LifeDate of Birth15 May 1962 (Tuesday)Age (as of 2023)61 YearsBirthplaceKanakapura, Bengaluru, KarnatakaZodiac signTaurusSignatureD. K. Shivakumar signatureNationalityIndianHometownBengaluru, KarnatakaSchoolNational Public School, BengaluruCollege/University• RC College in Bengaluru
• Karnataka State Open University, MysoreEducational QualificationIn 2006, D.K Shivakumar completed a Master of Arts degree in Political Science from Karnataka State Open University, situated in Mysore.ReligionHinduismCasteVokkaligaTattoo(s)On the right elbowControversies• Illegal Mining Charges
Shivakumar and his family have been accused of being involved in various unlawful activities, including illegal mining, transporting granite without proper authorization, and improper distribution of land. In 2015, the Karnataka High Court sent notices to Shivakumar and his family members regarding their alleged participation in illegal mining operations in the Kanakapura and Ramanagaram districts of Karnataka. Furthermore, Shivakumar and his brother DK Suresh have faced allegations of encroaching upon 66 acres of land that was designated for the betterment of Dalits and economically disadvantaged individuals.
Raided by Income Tax Dept
on 2 August 2017, the Income Tax Department conducted raids at Shivakumar's Bengaluru residence and office over suspected tax-related issues. Notably, the authorities also carried out searches at Eagleton Golf Resort in Bidadi, owned by Shivakumar's brother. The raids were conducted across multiple cities, including New Delhi, Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chennai, and Kanakapura, with the involvement of around 300 officials. Over a span of 80 hours, these extensive search operations covered 67 locations. Substantial amounts of ₹8 crore were seized from Shivakumar's Delhi residence, along with ₹2 crore from undisclosed sources. The raids were reportedly linked to the stay of Congress party members at the resort, following the defection of some legislators to the Bharatiya Janata Party. On 3 September 2019, Shivakumar was arrested on charges of tax evasion, claiming his arrest to be politically motivated by the then Karnataka BJP government.
D.K.Shivakumar was arrested in 2019Relationships & MoreMarital StatusMarriedMarriage DateYear: 1993FamilyWife/SpouseUsha Shivakumar
D. K. Shivakumar with his wife, Usha ShivakumarChildrenSon- One (Aakash Shivakumar)
D. K. Shivakumar with his son, Aakash Shivakumar
Daughter- Two
• Aishwarya
D. K. Shivakumar's daughter, Aishwarya, with her husband, Amartya
• AabharanaParentsFather- D. K. Kempegowda (died on 31 December 2013)
Mother- Gouramma
D. K . Shivakumar with his mother, GourammaSiblingsBrother- D. K. Suresh
D. K. Shivakumar's brother, D. K. Suresh
Sister- Manjula ShantachandraStyle QuotientCar CollectionToyota QualisExpensive Things/ValuablesRolex and Hublot WatchMoney FactorIncome (approx.)Rs 14 crores
Note: The income is for the year 2022. It excludes the income of his wife and dependents (minor).Assets/PropertiesMovable Assets
Cash: Rs. 4,85,843
Bank Deposits: Rs. 14,67,73,028
Motor Vehicles: Rs. 8,35,026
Jewellery: Rs. 1,47,84,014
Other Assets (Rolex & Hublot watch): Rs. 32,90,246

Immovable Assets
Agricultural Land: Rs. 25,50,00,000
Non-Agricultural Land: Rs. 57,50,00,000
Commercial Buildings: Rs. 8,52,36,47,685
Residential Buildings: Rs. 19,10,00,000

Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2022. It excludes the assets owned by his wife and dependents (minor).

Net Worth (approx.)Rs 1414 crores
Note: The net worth is according to the financial year 2022-23. It excludes the net worth of his wife and dependents (minor). In July 2023, he was reported to be the richest MLA is the country.

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