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Lobbying on for vacant berth in Karnataka Cabinet as CM Shivakumar to meet LoP Gandhi
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar is in Delhi for discussions with Rahul Gandhi and Congress leaders over a vacant Cabinet berth and possible ministerial changes. Lobbying has intensified over caste, regional, community and gender representation, while Minister B Nagendra’s resignation remains under consideration
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- Why it matters
- The decision will determine which faction, region or community gains ministerial office in Karnataka's Congress government, affecting regional power balances.
- Most affected
- Congress factions in Karnataka seeking ministerial representation — One faction's candidate may gain or lose a Cabinet post.
Communities and regions lobbying for representation — Representation depends on whether CM prioritizes caste, regional or gender criteria. - Likely next
- Whether CM Shivakumar announces a new appointment or ministerial reshuffle after his Delhi meetings.