Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Karnataka Cabinet Expansion Likely Monday After Congress Meeting
The Congress party in India is adding new ministers to the Karnataka state government.
A big meeting was held in New Delhi where top leaders talked about who should get the new jobs.
Rahul Gandhi, the party’s national leader, will decide the final list in a couple of days.
The new ministers are expected to be announced on Sunday, and they will take their oath on Monday.
Many people who want a ministerial job are hoping to get one.
Congress high command cleared the way for Karnataka cabinet expansion after a meeting in New Delhi.
Rahul Gandhi will finalize the list of new ministers within two days, after reviewing lists from D K Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah.
The meeting was held at AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence with key Congress leaders.
The final list is expected Sunday night, with the swearing‑in likely on Monday evening.
Aspirants such as Shivalingegowda, Puttarangashetty, and others are hopeful for ministerial positions.
- Who
- Congress high command, Rahul Gandhi, D K Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah, B K Hariprasad, K C Venugopal, Randeep Singh Surjewala
- What
- Expansion of the Karnataka cabinet with new ministers
- When
- Meeting on Thursday, final list expected Sunday night, swearing‑in likely Monday evening
- Where
- New Delhi (meeting) and Bengaluru (cabinet)
- Why
- To broaden the cabinet and ensure representation of caste, religion, and region
- Event
- Karnataka Cabinet Expansion
- Key Decision Maker
- Rahul Gandhi
- Meeting Location
- Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence, New Delhi
- Expected Swearing‑In
- Monday evening
- Key Participants
- D K Shivakumar, Siddaramaiah, B K Hariprasad, K C Venugopal, Randeep Singh Surjewala
