IndiaThe Indian Congress Party has postponed a decision on expanding Karnataka's cabinet due to the absence of party president Mallikarjun Kharge from a critical meeting in New Delhi. Key figures such as Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, former chief minister Siddaramaiah, and Karnataka Congress president B.K. Hariprasad met with Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to discuss filling vacant ministerial positions, but no conclusions were reached. The discussions will continue next week once Kharge's availability is confirmed. With 20 ministerial positions currently vacant, internal lobbying for these roles has intensified. Some lawmakers are urging the party to prioritize loyalty and years of service over caste considerations when making appointments.
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