Karnataka's New Cabinet to Be Decided by Party Leadership Ahead of Shivakumar's Swearing-In
Karnataka cabinet: High command, DK Shivakumar to decide, says Jarkiholi

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Karnataka Congress leader Satish Jarkiholi stated that the new cabinet's composition will be determined by the party high command, Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar, and outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. The swearing-in ceremony is set for today in Bengaluru, with 14 ministers expected to be appointed.
- 01The new Karnataka cabinet's composition will be decided by the Congress high command, DK Shivakumar, and Siddaramaiah.
- 02A total of 14 ministers are set to be sworn in alongside Shivakumar.
- 03MB Patil confirmed his appointment as a minister in the new cabinet.
- 04G Parameshwara is speculated to be appointed as Deputy Chief Minister.
- 05Top Congress leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, will attend the swearing-in ceremony.
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Former Karnataka minister Satish Jarkiholi announced that the new cabinet under Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar will be formed by the party high command in conjunction with outgoing Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. As preparations for Shivakumar's swearing-in ceremony continue, Jarkiholi expressed confidence in the new government, emphasizing a focus on the party's long-term goals, particularly the upcoming 2028 elections. Reports indicate that the Congress leadership has finalized a list of 14 ministers to be sworn in with Shivakumar. Notably, MB Patil has confirmed his selection as a minister. Speculation surrounds G Parameshwara's potential appointment as Deputy Chief Minister following a meeting with Shivakumar. The swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for 4 PM at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru, will be attended by prominent Congress leaders, marking a significant transition in Karnataka's political landscape.
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The new cabinet's formation is expected to influence governance and policy direction in Karnataka.
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