The 'Shubh Muhurat' Factor: Why DK Shivakumar Picked June 3 For Swearing-In

Karnataka's Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar is set to be sworn in on June 3 at 4.05 pm. The oath-taking ceremony is expected to be a low-key affair amid concerns over potential traffic congestion in Bengaluru due to the anticipated arrival of Congress workers and supporters from across the state.The development comes after days of speculation over the date of the swearing-in ceremony. Sources informed that Shivakumar finalised the June 3 date after consulting his astrologer Bellur Dwarakanath. Following his astrologer's suggestions, Shivakumar decided to take oath at 4:05 pm on June 3 as the date and the time were labelled as "shubh muhurat" (auspicious time) for the oath-taking ceremony.While preparations are underway, the Congress leadership

is reportedly keen to keep the event relatively restrained to minimise disruption in Bengaluru. The police have also drawn up a massive security plan for the Chief Minister’s oath-taking ceremony at Lok Bhavan.

Massive Security Arrangements In Bengaluru

Bengaluru Police have put in place extensive security arrangements for Karnataka Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar's oath-taking ceremony scheduled to be held at Lok Bhavan on June 3. The security plan has been divided into two broad zones, with five sectors covering the Lok Bhavan premises and eight sectors monitoring the surrounding areas and VIP movement routes. A dedicated stage has been set up for the swearing-in ceremony, with access restricted to the Chief Minister-designate, ministers, Governor and other select dignitaries. Separate seating arrangements have been made for VVIPs, VIPs, special invitees and members of the media.Following the oath-taking ceremony, a high-tea event will be hosted at the Lok Bhavan Banquet Hall for the Chief Minister, members of the Council of Ministers and other dignitaries. Police personnel have been deployed at food distribution points and exit gates to ensure smooth crowd management and security.

Shivakumar To Travel In Open Jeep

According to the security plan, Times Now has learnt that the Chief Minister is expected to travel in an open jeep from Lok Bhavan to Vidhan Soudha after taking the oath. Authorities have directed police to ensure zero traffic movement along the route during the procession and prevent any unauthorised persons from approaching the Chief Minister's convoy.To strengthen security, multiple screening checkpoints and barricades have been established around Lok Bhavan, Ambedkar Veedhi and Vidhan Soudha. Anti-protest units, anti-stampede teams and reserve forces have also been deployed to respond to any emergency situation. Senior officers, including DCPs, ACPs, CID personnel and Crime Branch officials, will oversee the security arrangements throughout the event.