The elevation of D.K. Shivakumar is set to intensify political competition in Karnataka's Vokkaliga region. The Bidadi township project, originally initiated by H.D. Kumaraswamy but now being fast-tracked by Shivakumar, is expected to become a major flashpoint between the two lea

The elevation of D.K. Shivakumar is set to intensify political competition in Karnataka's Vokkaliga region. The Bidadi township project, originally initiated by H.D. Kumaraswamy but now being fast-tracked by Shivakumar, is expected to become a major flashpoint between the two leaders as they vie for influence.