Overview
- Siddaramaiah said his longevity was possible due to the “blessings of the people” and that he never expected to become a minister or chief minister.
- He will meet Home Minister G. Parameshwara on January 6 to review the Ballari probe and said a proper investigation will bring out the truth.
- Supporters have begun marking the milestone with congratulatory banners and posters near his Bengaluru residence.
- His tenure spans a full term from 2013 to 2018 and a second stint since May 2023, and he has presented 16 state budgets.
- Devaraj Urs served 7 years and 239 days over two terms, and Siddaramaiah said comparisons are inappropriate despite both leaders being from Mysuru.