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Karnataka Congress Swears in 20 New Ministers in Cabinet Expansion
✍️ Mangalore Today
🗓 03 Aug 2026, 01:37 PM
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The Karnataka Congress leadership approved a 20‑member ministerial list today, with the swearing‑in ceremony taking place at 4:05 pm.
The Karnataka Congress party announced the expansion of its state cabinet by approving a list of 20 new ministers today. The list was formally cleared by the party leadership before the swearing‑in ceremony, which was held at 4:05 pm in the state capital.
The new ministers will take charge of various departments, strengthening the party’s governance structure ahead of upcoming elections. The decision follows a strategic review of portfolios to ensure balanced representation across regions and communities.
Party officials highlighted that the expanded cabinet will focus on key development areas such as infrastructure, education, and health. The move is seen as an effort to consolidate the party’s political base and address local demands.
The swearing‑in was attended by senior leaders, including the Chief Minister, who emphasized the importance of teamwork and accountability in the new government formation.
The new ministers will take charge of various departments, strengthening the party’s governance structure ahead of upcoming elections. The decision follows a strategic review of portfolios to ensure balanced representation across regions and communities.
Party officials highlighted that the expanded cabinet will focus on key development areas such as infrastructure, education, and health. The move is seen as an effort to consolidate the party’s political base and address local demands.
The swearing‑in was attended by senior leaders, including the Chief Minister, who emphasized the importance of teamwork and accountability in the new government formation.