Why Karnataka Still Doesn't Have A Full Cabinet 58 Days After DKS Took Oath

Fifty-eight days after taking oath as Karnataka Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar is yet to unveil a full Cabinet, with 20 ministerial berths still lying vacant. Despite multiple visits to Delhi and days of consultations with the Congress high command, the long-awaited Cabinet expansion remains stalled.

As the political uncertainty drags on, Karnataka is grappling with mounting governance challenges, including drought-like conditions in parts of the state, the escalating Cauvery water dispute, and the KPSC recruitment controversy. Meanwhile, the BJP has stepped up its attack, accusing the Congress leadership of keeping Karnataka waiting, while the ruling party insists the delay is being politicised. Why is the Cabinet formation taking so long, and what does it mean for governance in the state? Watch this report for the full story.