Karnataka is preparing for a leadership change as DK Shivakumar prepares to become Chief Minister, replacing Siddaramaiah. Early indications of the incoming Cabinet are surfacing amid ongoing talks. Congress leaders are managing the handover while negotiating ministerial positions, caste balance, regional equity and inclusion of supporters from both factions. Several outgoing ministers are expected to continue, preserving some stability alongside internal party adjustments. Potential members include Yathindra Siddaramaiah, AS Ponnanna, G Parameshwara, MB Patil, Byrathi Suresh, HC Mahadevappa, Priyank Kharge, Krishna Byre Gowda, Santosh Lad, Dinesh Gundu Rao, Lakshmi Hebbalkar, Ramalinga Reddy, Rizwan Arshad, UT Khader and Sharath Bachegowda.
