H. D. Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician and a prominent leader of the Janata Dal (Secular) party in the state of Karnataka. He served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka twice, first in 2006 and then in 2018. Kumaraswamy is the son of former Prime Minister H. D. Deve Gowda, and he has been active in state politics for several decades. Kumaraswamy is known for his focus on rural development and agricultural issues, reflecting the interests of his constituency. He has also been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure and public services in Karnataka. His leadership style often emphasizes coalition politics, as seen in his alliances with other parties during his terms in office.