Bengaluru, Feb 28 (NationPress) Former Congress MP D.K. Suresh remarked on Saturday that if it is meant to be, his sibling, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar, will ascend to the role of Chief Minister. Conversely, if it’s not in fate, no circumstances can change that reality.

In response to media inquiries at his home in Bengaluru, Suresh stated, “If destiny has it, my brother will be CM. If not, no one can change that.”

When questioned about whether he had surrendered his ambitions in this matter, he replied, “To surrender ambitions, one must have them in the first place. I don't have any ambitions. When did I claim to have ambitions? Without ambitions, the concept of surrendering doesn’t exist.”

When reminded that he previously described patience as his strength, he affirmed, “Patience remains crucial even now.”

Asked if political conflicts can be resolved without weapons or tactics, he explained, “This is politics. There’s no need for weapons or violence here.”

When questioned about MLAs traveling to Delhi for insights from the party's high command regarding potential leadership changes, he responded, “I have no knowledge of MLAs heading to Delhi. You should inquire with the MLAs themselves.”

Regarding MLAs who attended a dinner meeting seeking leadership clarification, he remarked, “I was out of town and lack information on that. I cannot comment on their decisions or statements; it’s a personal matter for them. The party will handle it.”

Regarding whether such events might impact the party in the 2028 Assembly elections, he said, “It may pose challenges for those contesting elections. However, it won’t be challenging for me. How can I provide comments on that?”

When asked if the MLAs’ requests were justified, he responded, “Their opinions are their own. The party will evaluate their concerns. I won’t comment on that.”

When questioned about Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar's repeated assurances that the party would support him, Suresh stated, “We must exercise patience in all matters.”

Reacting to Social Welfare Minister H.C. Mahadevappa’s assertion that a Dalit should be the next Chief Minister if CM Siddaramaiah is replaced, he said, “Everyone has dreams. There’s nothing wrong with that.” Minister Mahadevappa is known as a strong supporter of CM Siddaramaiah.

When posed with inquiries about his efforts to elevate his brother to the Chief Minister position and whether he had MLA support, he said, “I’m not informed about that. Ask me about Bangalore Milk Union Ltd (BAMUL) matters, and I will respond.” Suresh holds the position of President of BAMUL.

When asked about the upcoming Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) elections on March 6, he stated, “Officials will determine when the election should occur. The party will select the candidate, and that individual will compete.”

When asked if he aspired to participate in the KMF elections, he stated, “I am not aspiring for anything.”

When questioned if he was trying to enter the Rajya Sabha, he replied, “No, I am unaware of that. I am not a political specialist.”

Addressing reports that the Deputy Chief Minister advised leaders against going to Delhi on his behalf, he said, “I have not met Shivakumar, so I cannot comment on that.”

When confronted with inquiries about the Rs 1.20 lakh crore allocated for guarantee schemes, he asserted, “Guarantees are commitments we made to the people of the state. We must uphold them. The party president, Chief Minister, and all leaders who contested elections made these promises. We must deliver on them.”

When asked about Shivakumar’s alleged statement that the guarantees were a burden, he stated, “Regardless of whether it’s a burden, we should have contemplated it before making the promise. We have already committed, and we must fulfill it. Despite the challenges, these guarantees must be provided to the people for five years. That is our vow.”

In response to comments suggesting that affluent individuals should not benefit from guarantee schemes, he remarked, “If wealthy individuals are utilizing these schemes, it is inappropriate. These schemes are designed for the underprivileged. We have honored our commitments, and there is no question of retracting them. Going back would imply breaking our promise.