‘Incredibly unique experience’: DK Shivakumar lauds show of democracy at US rally

Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar shared insights from attending a US political rally during his personal family trip, highlighting the vibrant democratic experience.

Published on: Sep 15, 2024, 13:44:41 IST

By Yamini C S

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Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar shared his recent experiences in the United States through a social media post on Saturday, highlighting his visit to a political rally. In his post on X, Shivakumar described the rally as a "unique experience" and praised the vibrant display of democracy.

DK Shivakumar also visited New York's SkyDeck and the Adi Chunchanagiri Mutt in New Jersey, and clarified that media speculation about high-profile meetings was inaccurate. (X)

He noted that the event offered valuable insights into the democratic process and expressed his admiration for the energy and enthusiasm of the participants. “Had the amazing opportunity to witness an election rally in the US during my recent family trip. It was an incredibly unique experience seeing democracy in action, with lots to learn from! The energy and passion of the people were truly inspiring! Looking forward to learning more from this great process. #DemocracyInAction,” he wrote on social media platform X.

Shivakumar is currently in the US on a personal family trip and has addressed media speculation about his visit. Reports suggesting he was meeting high-profile figures such as former President Barack Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris were dismissed by the Deputy Chief Minister.

"I am travelling to the US along with my family till September 15. The media reports that I am meeting former US President Barack Obama and US Vice President Kamala Harris are incorrect. It is a personal visit," he clarified in a press statement, according to news agency PTI.

In addition to the rally, Shivakumar had the chance to explore other highlights during his trip. He visited the SkyDeck in New York, calling the experience "unforgettable" and expressing a desire to create a similar landmark in Bengaluru. The Deputy Chief Minister also made a stop at the Adi Chunchanagiri Mutt in New Jersey on Thursday, which is currently being developed on a 20-acre site in Franklin Township.

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Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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