Cabinet Expansion Likely by July 17 After High‑Level Meetings in Delhi and Bangalore

Intensive discussions between senior Congress figures in both Bangalore and New Delhi have paved the way for a possible Karnataka cabinet overhaul.

The timetable suggested by insiders points to a completion date no later than July 17, contingent on the endorsement of the party’s high command.

Rahul Gandhi’s recent arrival back in India has injected fresh momentum into the deliberations, prompting leaders to accelerate the selection of additional ministers.

AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge, who is currently in Bangalore, is expected to fly to Delhi within the next 24 hours to meet with Chief Minister D.K. Shivkumar and other key decision‑makers.

State legislators have already gathered at Shivkumar’s official residence in Krishna, presenting their portfolios and awaiting the final green light before any new ministers are announced.