Karnataka Governor Delivers Central Government Speech

21 UPDATES · 17 DAYS · 21 JAN 2026 — 6 FEB 2026

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Latest · 6 Feb 2026

Yathindra, son of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, affirmed that there are no leadership discussions within the Congress and that the high command has not considered removing Siddaramaiah.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's likely decision to skip portions of his customary address to the state legislature due to disagreements with the government's speech, including any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to this specific occurrence. It excludes other actions by the Governor, the Congress government, or the state of Karnataka unless they are direct developments of this specific occurrence.

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21Jan

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

Karnataka Governor likely to skip portions of text in his address to State legislature

22Jan

The Hindu

Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot left the legislature after delivering a speech prepared by the central government, prompting criticism from Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

The Hindu

Opposition leaders criticized Governor Gehlot and the Congress for alleged disruptions and disrespect during the Joint Legislature Session.

The Hindu

Governor Gehlot cut short his address to the Karnataka Legislature, criticizing the federal framework and demanding the rectification of financial injustices.

The Hindu

During the Legislative Assembly session, a heated exchange between Congress and BJP members erupted following Governor Gehlot's truncated address.

23Jan

The Hindu

Congress party leaders in Shivamogga organized a protest demanding the recall of Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot.

The Hindu

BJP MP B.Y. Raghavendra condemned the Congress government in Karnataka for disturbances following Governor Gehlot's address to the joint legislature session.

The Hindu

Following a truncated address by Governor Gehlot, a clash erupted between Congress and BJP members in the Karnataka State Legislature, leading to accusations of bias and calls for disciplinary action.

The Hindu

Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti referred the Opposition's misconduct complaint against the Governor to the Ethics and Conduct Committee.

24Jan

The Hindu

BJP workers protested at Ramaswamy Circle, demanding the suspension of Congress legislators and the resignation of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

25Jan

The Hindu

Priyank Kharge, the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Minister, condemned Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot's decision to leave the Joint Legislature Session without reading the government address, citing a constitutional violation.

The Hindu

The Governor of Karnataka, Thaawarchand Gehlot, has the authority to modify the government-provided speech during the Republic Day address, according to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

The Hindu

A clash erupted between the Governor and the State government over the Governor's refusal to deliver the Republic Day address as requested due to its critical content.

28Jan

The Hindu

The Karnataka Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister's claim that Governor Gehlot receives instructions over the phone sparked accusations of phone tapping at the state's Lok Bhavan.

The Hindu

Speaker U.T. Khader addressed the disruptive behavior following the Governor's speech, urging members to reflect on their conduct and focus on the motion of thanks.

29Jan

The Hindu

Protests in the Indian Legislative Council escalated after B.K. Hariprasad's remark, prompting demands for his suspension.

2Feb

The Hindu

The Karnataka Legislative Council descended into chaos after a Congress member's remark against Prime Minister Narendra Modi prompted heated arguments and the abrupt end of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's reply.

The Hindu

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah defended his administration against accusations of insensitivity and lack of progress, citing low taxes and contrasting state budgets.

3Feb

The Hindu

Disruptions in the Karnataka Legislative Council resulted from a heated exchange between Congress member Naseer Ahmed and BJP members led by C.T. Ravi, leading to the adjournment of proceedings.

The Hindu

During a Legislative Assembly session, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah became agitated and clashed with the Opposition over notice requirements for a resolution.

6Feb

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Yathindra, son of Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, affirmed that there are no leadership discussions within the Congress and that the high command has not considered removing Siddaramaiah.

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