Karnataka: Amid hectic discussions, curiosity grows over new Cabinet formation
D.K. Shivakumar is set to become Karnataka's Chief Minister on June 3, leading to anticipation regarding the new Cabinet's composition. The Cabinet formation will involve negotiations to ensure representation across various communities and factions within the Congress party. Key discussions are ongoing regarding the appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers and the selection of the Assembly speaker, with a focus on balancing experience and youth.
- ▪D.K. Shivakumar will assume office as Karnataka's Chief Minister on June 3.
- ▪The new Cabinet is expected to include 8 to 10 Ministers, with considerations for regional and caste representation.
- ▪More than half of the outgoing Ministers may be dropped, and discussions are ongoing regarding the appointment of Deputy Chief Ministers.
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With D.K. Shivakumar set to assume office as Karnataka’s Chief Minister on June 3, curiosity is growing over the composition of the new Cabinet, a process expected to involve intense political negotiations and considerations of regional, caste, and factional representation within the ruling Congress.Sources in the party indicated that 8 to 10 legislators are likely to be sworn in as Ministers along with Mr. Shivakumar, with representation being given to major castes and communities.
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