The Karnataka Cabinet expansion has triggered widespread unrest within the Congress, with resignations, protests, bandh calls and threats of defection by disappointed MLAs. The party leadership is now working to pacify dissatisfied legislators as political pressure mounts across several districts
The Congress high command's approval of the Karnataka cabinet expansion has revived expectations of a Telangana cabinet expansion. Aspirants are intensifying lobbying efforts amid speculation over vacant berths, portfolio reshuffles and the possible induction of Assembly Speaker G Prasad Kumar
Congress MLA Yashavantarayagouda V Patil resigned from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly after being left out of the state Cabinet expansion. Claiming the party failed to honour its promise of a ministerial berth, he said he would consult supporters before deciding his future course
Karnataka BJP chief BY Vijayendra criticised Rahul Gandhi over the delay in the Karnataka Cabinet expansion, accusing the Congress high command of controlling state governance. He said repeated Delhi visits by Congress leaders insult Karnataka's mandate and demanded an immediate decision on ministerial appointments
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s visit to New Delhi has revived speculation over the long-pending Cabinet expansion. With 20 ministerial posts vacant, Congress leaders are discussing appointments ahead of local body elections and the upcoming Assembly session, with a decision expected soon
