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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

Basavaraj Bommai, who was elected as the new leader of the BJP legislature party last week, had taken oath as the Chief Minister on July 28.

The Cabinet expansion may take more time as the Chief Minister has not received any message and approval from the high command leaders.