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Karnataka Deputy CM G Parameshwara Supports Zameer Ahmed Khan for Ministerial Role
Parameshwara backs Zameer Ahmed Khan for ministerial berth in Karnataka
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Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister G Parameshwara endorsed Congress MLA BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan for a ministerial position, citing his capabilities and demand from the public. The Congress high command is expected to announce the second phase of cabinet expansion soon.
- 01G Parameshwara described Zameer Ahmed Khan as a 'capable leader' from the minority community.
- 02Parameshwara stated that there is widespread demand for Khan's inclusion in the cabinet.
- 03The first phase of cabinet formation occurred on June 3, with 13 ministers inducted.
- 04Parameshwara holds the Revenue and Sports portfolios in the current cabinet.
- 05The government plans to continue the Hemavati Canal project despite protests, focusing on land acquisition.
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G Parameshwara, the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, expressed his support for Congress MLA BZ Zameer Ahmed Khan, advocating for his inclusion in the cabinet as a minister. Parameshwara emphasized Khan's capabilities and the public's demand for his appointment, noting that the Congress high command is expected to announce the second phase of cabinet expansion soon. In the first phase, which took place on June 3, 13 ministers were inducted into Chief Minister DK Shivakumar's cabinet. Parameshwara himself has been assigned the portfolios of Revenue and Sports. Additionally, he addressed ongoing protests against the Hemavati Express Link Canal project, affirming the government's commitment to resume land acquisition and complete the project despite opposition from some farmers.
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The potential inclusion of Zameer Ahmed Khan could influence minority representation in the Karnataka cabinet, addressing public demands.
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