DK Shivakumar Sworn in as Karnataka Chief Minister Today
Breaking News Live Updates: DK Shivakumar to take oath as Karnataka CM today; all eyes on new cabinet
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DK Shivakumar is set to take the oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka today, with a cabinet formation meeting held yesterday with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. Initial reports suggest 10-15 individuals may also take the oath alongside him.
- 01DK Shivakumar will be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Karnataka today.
- 02He met with Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss cabinet formation.
- 03The swearing-in ceremony is expected to include 10-15 additional ministers.
- 04Further cabinet appointments will be made in the next two to four weeks after discussions.
- 05Only key individuals will be included in the initial oath-taking ceremony.
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DK Shivakumar is poised to take the oath as the Chief Minister of Karnataka today, following a crucial meeting with Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge in Delhi. During this meeting, they discussed the formation of the new cabinet and key organizational appointments. Reports indicate that 10-15 individuals may be sworn in alongside Shivakumar, although the final list will be confirmed during the ceremony. Kharge noted that only significant figures will be included initially, with additional appointments expected to be made in the following weeks after further discussions.
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The new cabinet formation will directly affect governance and policy direction in Karnataka.
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