The Times of India

Last-minute swap, dropped minister mark chaotic day for Karnataka cabinet expansion

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar expanded his cabinet by inducting nineteen MLAs. This expansion brings the total cabinet strength to thirty-three ministers, leaving one vacancy. The new ministry includes seven SC ministers, a record, and no Brahmin representation for the first time. Several senior leaders were notably excluded from the ministerial positions. A last-minute change saw S S Mallikarjun replace Mankal Vaidya on the list.