Bengaluru, July 13 -- The Congress high command is expected to take a decision on the expansion of the Karnataka Cabinet soon, with All India Congress Committee (AICC) president Mallikarjun Kharge confirming that consultations with senior party leaders are underway.

Addressing mediapersons in Bengaluru on Monday, July 13, Kharge said the Cabinet expansion would be carried out shortly after discussions with Rahul Gandhi, who is currently in New Delhi. "The Cabinet expansion will take place soon. We will discuss the issue with Rahul Gandhi and arrive at a decision," he said.

As anticipation over the expansion grows, aspirants for ministerial positions intensified their lobbying. Congress MLAs Ashok Pattan, Rajegowda and Shivalingegowda me...