Final List For Karnataka Cabinet Expansion Expected On Tuesday: Chief Minister

Karnataka Cabinet expansion: Basavaraj Bommai said once the list of new ministers is finalised, the day of the oath-taking ceremony will be decided after discussion with State BJP chief Nalin Kumar Kateel.

Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Monday said a detailed discussion was held with BJP president J P Nadda on the expansion of his cabinet and the final list is expected on Tuesday. Once the list of new ministers is finalised, the day of the oath-taking ceremony will be decided after discussion with Karnataka BJP chief Nalin Kumar Kateel, he said. The new cabinet will be selected balancing all factors, including regional and social representation. Those who migrated to the BJP from other parties need not worry, Mr Bommai said. Union Minister Prahlad Joshi and Kateel also attended the meeting.