cabinet reshuffle

Karnataka Congress leader M Veerappa Moily advocates for cabinet changes to combat anti-incumbency and introduce fresh talent. He also emphasized the need for experienced leaders in the Rajya Sabha. Preparations for government formation are underway, with discussions on cabinet reshuffle, deputy chief ministers, and potential ministerial berths for key figures.

Minister says Congress focused on completing term, development; dismisses leadership speculation in Mangaluru

Karnataka Congress leaders met in Delhi amid intense speculation about a cabinet reshuffle and a potential change in chief ministership. Ministers close to CM Siddaramaiah expressed anxiety, while aspirants hoped for new opportunities. The party high command faces a delicate balancing act to resolve leadership and ministerial berth demands, impacting political careers.

A day after annoucing that he would step down as chief miniter to pave way for Shivakumar in accordance with the rotational formula agreed upon after the 2023 win, Siddaramaiah expressed his desire to stay in Benglauru than move to Rajya Sabha which was part of an offer pitched by the party high command. Siddaramaiah's move to "partly agree" with the top brass, while holding his ground on not moving to the Rajdhaani for national politics largely suggest that the deveopment may mutate to become a complex quagmire.

A Karnataka leadership change decision is imminent within days following crucial Congress meetings. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met with party leaders amid ongoing speculation about a potential shift. Discussions also covered Rajya Sabha and MLC polls, and a minor cabinet reshuffle has already occurred, with portfolios being reassigned.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a crucial meeting of the Union council of ministers on Thursday. Discussions will revolve around ministry functioning, policy outcomes, and future plans, with a focus on reforms benefiting common citizens. The meeting also addresses the West Asia crisis and its economic implications.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is consulting loyalists in Bengaluru following crucial Delhi talks on a potential leadership change. The Congress high command reportedly proposed a national role for Siddaramaiah, with Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar seen as the frontrunner to succeed him. The party aims for a smooth transition to avoid factional disputes.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet, inducting Vanni Arasu from VCK and AM Shahjahan from IUML. This move strengthens coalition representation, bringing the total number of ministers to 33. The expansion follows a recent reshuffle, with key portfolios like Finance and Revenue reassigned.

In a striking revelation, almost half of Bihar's cabinet members are entangled in criminal allegations, with a significant 29% implicated in grave offenses. Notably, a staggering 90% of these politicians are millionaires, flaunting average assets surpassing Rs 6 crore. Despite having a majority of graduates, the representation of women within the 35-member cabinet remains alarmingly low.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar stated that "time will decide" his potential elevation to Chief Minister, amidst growing speculation of a leadership change in the state's Congress government. This comes as the Siddaramaiah-led government approaches a significant milestone, fueling discussions about a possible power-sharing arrangement.

Bihar's cabinet is set for a major expansion. Nishant Kumar, son of Nitish Kumar, is poised to join the ministry. This move follows the NDA's victory in the assembly polls. Senior NDA leaders are expected to attend the ceremony. The expansion aims to strengthen the alliance and accelerate development in Bihar.