H.D. Kumaraswamy

Haradanahalli Deve Gowda Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician and a prominent member of the Janata Dal (Secular). He served as the 18th Chief Minister of Karnataka. Currently, he holds the positions of Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Minister of Steel.

He is also a sitting Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from the Channapatna Constituency, having won the seat in the 2023 assembly elections.

Kumaraswamy is the son of H. D. Deve Gowda, a former Chief Minister of Karnataka and former Prime Minister of India.

By Rashmi | Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 02:56:12 PM [IST]

H.D. Kumaraswamy Biography

Haradanahalli Deve Gowda Kumaraswamy, commonly known as H. D. Kumaraswamy or "KumarAnna" among his friends and supporters, is the member of the Karnataka state Janata Dal (Secular) (JD(S)). He was born as the youngest son of former Prime Minister of India, H. D. Deve Gowda. His interests initially extended beyond politics to the realm of cinema.

Kumaraswamy's political journey commenced in 1996 when he secured victory in the Kanakapura Lok Sabha seat. Although he faced defeat in subsequent elections, he persisted, contesting for a Sathanur assembly seat in 1999. In 2004, he successfully won the Ramanagara assembly segment. His leadership was pivotal when 42 JD(S) MLAs, under his guidance, formed the government in Karnataka after the resignation of the Congress Government led by Dharam Singh on January 28, 2006.

Serving as Chief Minister from February 4, 2006, to October 9, 2007, Kumaraswamy's tenure witnessed notable economic growth in Karnataka, earning him the moniker "people's CM." Despite facing challenges, including the collapse of the JDS-Congress coalition government, he continued to serve his constituency diligently. He won the 2023 Assembly elections with a significant majority.

However, his time in office was not devoid of controversy. In September 2007, amid a power-sharing agreement, he initially announced his resignation but later refused to transfer power to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Eventually, he tendered his resignation, leading to President's rule in the state. Despite initial disagreements, he later extended support to the BJP, facilitating the appointment of B. S. Yeddyurappa as Chief Minister.

After the demise of Karnataka state JD(S) President Merajuddin Patel, Kumaraswamy assumed the role unopposed. Despite resigning from the post following by-election defeats in Bangalore Rural and Mandya Lok Sabha constituencies, he was persuaded by party members to continue as Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka assembly.

Amidst his political engagements, Kumaraswamy maintains a personal life. He married Anita Kumaraswamy on March 13, 1986, and together they have a son named Nikhil Gowda.

Like many public figures, Kumaraswamy has faced controversies, including allegations of bigamy, involvement in the Janthakal mining scam, and the Vishwabharathi cases. However, his commitment to serving the people of Karnataka remains steadfast as he prepares to contest from the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency in the upcoming general elections.

H.D. Kumaraswamy Personal Life

Full Name	H.D. Kumaraswamy
Date of Birth	16 Dec 1959 (Age 66)
Place of Birth	Haradanahalli,Hassan district
Party Name	Janata Dal (Secular)
Education	Graduate
Profession	Social Worker, Politician and Agriculturist
Father's Name	H. D. Deve Gowda
Mother's Name	Chennamma
Spouse's Name	Anitha Kumaraswamy
Spouse's Profession	Carrying on Business of Petrol and Petrolietjm Product under the Name and style of Nikhil& co and Director in Kasturi Medias Pvt Ltd.
Children	1 Son(s)
Religion	Hindu
Caste	OBC
Website	http://www.cmkarnataka.gov.in/

H.D. Kumaraswamy Net Worth

Net Worth

₹135.04 CRORE

ASSETS

₹217.23 CRORE

Liabilities

₹82.19 CRORE

Education Qualification of H.D. Kumaraswamy

H. D. Kumaraswamy completed his high school studies in Bangalore's MES Educational Institution in Jayanagar. He completed his PUC from Vijaya College. In the academic year 1978-1979, he pursued his Bachelor of Science degree at National College Jayanagar, affiliated with Bangalore University.

Interesting Facts about H.D. Kumaraswamy

1. Kumara Swamy involved himself in film production and distribution. He has produced several Kannada films, including Chandra Chakori, a massive hit credited with 365 day-run in theaters.
2. In September 2007, Kumara Swamy started the Kannada television channel Kasturi. The channel is now owned and managed by his wife, Anitha.
3. He is a fan of Kannada actor Rajkumar and used to wear similar clothes, which he wore in the movies.
4. During an interview, he revealed that initially, he was not interested in politics and was very much into film-making. His hobbies are Reading, Listening to Music, and Watching Films.
5. He Owns different types of cars, including Lamborghini, Porsche, Hummer, and Range Rover.
6. H. D. Kumara Swamy became more popular with the people of Karnataka, especially in rural areas people through Janatha Darshana and Grama Vaastavya programs.
7. His brother and his nephew, H.D. Revanna and Prajwal Revanna are booked under the charges of kidnapping and sexual harassment of a domestic help, respectively.

Political Timeline of H.D. Kumaraswamy

2024 : He contested and won from the Mandya Lok Sabha constituency. Following this victory, he was inducted into the Modi 3.0 cabinet. He is a Union Minister of Heavy Industries; and Minister of Steel.
2023 : Kumara Swamy won the 2023 Assembly elections being the representative of Channapatna Constituency on the ticket of JD (S).
2018 : In the 2018 Karnataka Assembly Elections, the people of Karnataka delivered a fractured mandate for another hung assembly but this time with the support from the Congress party, he became the Chief Minister on May 23, 2018. On 23rd July 2019, Kumara Swamy tendered his resignation from the Chief Ministerial post, following the fall of the JDS-Congress coalition government in Karnataka.
2014 : In November 2014, he was again elected as the party's Karnataka State President.
2013 : On 31st May 2013, he became the Opposition Leader in Karnataka Legislative Assembly.
2009 : He was re-elected to the 15th Lok Sabha (2nd Term)
2006 : In January 2006, Kumaraswamy was invited by Governor T N Chaturvedi to form the government as BJP came into a 20-months power-sharing agreement with JD(S). He became the state's Chief Minister on February 4, 2006, and remained in office till October 8, 2007. Before resigning, he refused to transfer the power to the BJP for the next 20 months.
2004 : The results of the 2004 Karnataka Assembly elections delivered a fractured mandate for a hung assembly. However, the Congress and the JD(S) came together to ally with power-sharing arrangements. He was elected to represent the Ramnagara assembly segment.
1999 : He again suffered defeat this time from the Sathanur assembly seat in 1999. Fortunes changed for the JD(S) leader in 2004 when he won the elections from the Ramanagara Assembly constituency.
1998 : Kumara Swamy called for re-election in 1998, where he lost to Congressman M V Chandrashekara Murthy, and to top it off Kumaranna had to forfeit his deposit to Election Commission.
1996 : During the 1996 General Elections, he entered into the political fray. He was elected from the Kanakpura Parliamentary constituency to the 11th Lok Sabha.

H.D. Kumaraswamy Early Life

1986: On 13 March 1986, Kumara Swamy, or Kumaranna as he is fondly called, married Anitha and the couple have a son named Nikhil Gowda.
Early 80’s: He joined Vijaya College to complete his Pre-University College before earning his B.SC degree from National College in Bengaluru.

H.D. Kumaraswamy Achievements

Elected as a Member of Karnataka Legislative Assembly from Ramanagara Assembly constituency in 2004, 2008, 2013, and 2018.
Elected as Janata Dal Secular Karnataka State President two times.
Kumaraswamy has launched a novel scheme called “Bhagyalakshmi” to protect the girl child and change society’s attitude towards her. Under the scheme, an amount of Rs. 10,000 is deposited in the name of each female child born after 31st March 2006
Kumara Swamy has launched various useful schemes and is popular among people because of pro-people programs like village stay and one-time loan waiver to farmers, lottery ban, bicycle for girl students, and Janatha Darshana.

Election Results of H.D. Kumaraswamy

Year	Election	Type	Constituency	Result
2018	Karnataka Assembly election	MLA	Channapatna	Won

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs on H.D. Kumaraswamy)

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H. D. Kumaraswamy is 62 years old (As of 2022).
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Anitha Kumaraswamy is the wife of H. D. Kumaraswamy.
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H. D. Deve Gowda is the father of H. D. Kumaraswamy.
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H. D. Kumaraswamy completed B.Sc. degree from National College Basavanagudi, Bangalore.
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H. D. Kumaraswamy served as the 18th chief minister of Karnataka from 2018 to 2019.
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H. D. Kumaraswamy belongs to the Janata Dal(Secular) political party.
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H. D. Kumaraswamy served as the 18th chief minister of Karnataka from 2018 to 2019.

H.D. Kumaraswamy Latest News & Updates

Kumaraswamy attends temple ahead of its result day

Former Chief Minister H. D. Kumaraswamy attended temple ahead of the 2023 assembly election result day.
The JD(S) leader earlier also confirmed that his party is not in touch with any other party in case of the hung assembly. The Politician also asked its people to wait until the election results get declared.

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