H.D. Kumaraswamy is an Indian politician and a prominent leader of the Janata Dal (Secular) party. He served as the Chief Minister of Karnataka twice, first in 2006 and then in 2018. Kumaraswamy is known for his focus on rural development and agricultural issues, reflecting his background in a farming family. Born on December 16, 1959, he is the son of former Chief Minister H.D. Deve Gowda. Kumaraswamy has been active in politics since the 1990s and has held various positions in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly. His leadership style emphasizes coalition politics and regional development.