D. K. Suresh Age, Caste, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More

D. K. Suresh Age, Caste, Wife, Children, Family, Biography & More

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Hometown: Ramanagara, Karnataka

Religion: Hinduism

Caste: Vokkaliga

Bio/Wiki
Full name Doddaalahalli Kempegowda Suresh
Profession • Politician
• Social Worker
Famous for Brother of D. K. Shivakumar
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.) in centimeters**- 178 cm**
in meters**- 1.78 m**
in feet & inches**- 5’ 10”**
Eye Colour Black
Hair Colour Black
Politics
Political Party Indian National Congress (INC)
Political Journey • In 2013, he won the Lok Sabha by-election from Bangalore Rural (Ramanagara) constituency.
• In 2014 and 2019, he again won the general elections from the same constituency.
Personal Life
Date of Birth Source 1: 18 December 1966 (Sunday)
Source 2: 8 April 1966 (Friday)
Age (as of 2022) Source 1: 56 Years
Source 2: 57 Years
Birthplace Ramanagara district of Karnataka, India
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Nationality Indian
Hometown Ramanagara, Karnataka, India
School Vivekananda College, Bangalore
College/University Did not atend
Educational Qualification He completed his 12th standard at Vivekananda College, Bangalore in 1985. check sources
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Religion Hinduism check sources
Hindustan Times
Caste Vokkaliga check sources
Hindustan Times
Address 602/A6, 18th Cross, Upper Palace Orchards, Sadashivanagar, Bangalore - 560080
Controversies Donation to Young India check sources
Deccan Herald

During September and November 2022, he underwent questioning by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) regarding the donations he had made to Young India. Young India is a company that oversees the operations of the National Herald newspaper. Subsequently, he provided the requested documents to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

Suspension from Lok Sabha check sources
The Hindu

On 21 December 2023, Deepak was suspended from the Lok Sabha for disrupting the proceedings by raising slogans and entering the Well of the Lower House; the protest was in response to the suspension of a significant number of MPs from the House.
Relationships & More
Marital Status Divorced
Family
Wife/Spouse Name not known
Children Son- 1 (Keshin Suresh)
Daughter- None
Parents Father- D. K. Kempegowda
Mother- Gowramma
Siblings Brother- 1 (D. K. Shivakumar
)


Sister- 1 (Name not known)
Money Factor
Salary (approx.) Rs 1,87,81,090
Note: The income is for the year 2019. It excludes the income of his wife and dependents (minor). check sources
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Assets/Properties Movable Assets
Cash: Rs. 22,35,707
Bank Deposits: Rs. 3,23,01,259
Bonds, Debentures, & Shares in companies: Rs. 2,10,22,163
Jewellery: Rs. 23,45,500

Immovable Assets
Agricultural Land: Rs. 4,19,35,700
Non-Agricultural Land: Rs. 248,23,33,118
Commercial Buildings: Rs. 35,23,01,989
Residential Buildings: Rs. 16,05,46,120

Note: The given estimates of movable and immovable assets are according to the year 2019. It excludes the assets owned by his wife and dependents (minor). check sources
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Net Worth (approx.) Rs. 305 crores
Note: The net worth is according to the financial year 2018-19. It excludes the net worth of his wife and dependents (minor). check sources
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Some Lesser Known Facts About D. K. Suresh

  • D. K. Suresh is an Indian politician who has been a Member of Parliament (MP) from the Bengaluru Rural constituency in Karnataka. He is a member of the Indian National Congress (INC) and brother of Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka D. K. Shivakumar .

  • After completing his studies, he started working in the field of social service and business. He also worked in politics with his brother since the 1980s.

    D. K. Suresh with former Chief Minister of Karnataka, SM Krishna (centre), and his brother, D. K. Shivakumar (right)

    D. K. Suresh speaking at a function

  • He got his first political break in 2013 when H. D. Kumaraswamy resigned from Bangalore Rural (Ramanagara) constituency. He contested elections and became a Member of Parliament (MP) for the first time.

    D. K. Suresh campaigning during Lok Sabha elections

    D. K. Suresh (right) with Rahul Gandhi (left) and K. C. Venugopal

  • Following his appointment as an MP in 2013, his wealth witnessed a significant surge, rising by 82% (a total asset increase exceeding Rs 38 crores) within a single year, specifically by 2014.

    D. K. Suresh (second from left) with Nitin Gadkari (second from right) and his elder brother, D. K. Shivakumar (extreme right)

    D. K. Suresh with Harish Rawat, Priyanka Gandhi, and K. C. Venugopal (right to left)

  • He holds the position of Vice-Chairman in the D.K.S. Charitable Institute Trust, an organization dedicated to addressing water scarcity in villages. Their primary focus is to provide clean drinking water. Through their efforts, they have successfully established over 40 water treatment plants, ensuring a low-cost supply of water at a rate of 10 paise per 1 litre.

    D. K. Suresh during a public function

    D. K. Suresh during a charitable event

  • The D.K.S. Charitable Institute Trust also aids in identifying qualified recipients for government assistance programs. They promote education in rural areas and reward deserving students with cash incentives.

    D. K. Suresh giving monetary aid to a woman

    D. K. Suresh giving awards to underprivileged students

  • He consistently exercises at the gym.

  • In May 2023, he publicly expressed his desire for the Congress committee to appoint his brother, D. K. Shivakumar, as the Chief Minister of Karnataka following the Congress party’s victory in the 2023 Karnataka elections; however, when his brother was instead given the position of Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, he stated that he was not pleased with the decision. Nevertheless, he affirmed his commitment to continue working for the Congress party. check sources NDTV

    D. K. Suresh (extreme right) with Siddaramaiah and D. K. Shivakumar

    D. K. Suresh with Rahul Gandhi during the Bharat Jodo Yatra

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