Kolar, June 1 -- With political activity intensifying ahead of the formation of a new cabinet under Chief Minister-designate DK Shivakumar, lobbying for ministerial posts has gained momentum in Kolar district as well. Supporters of Bangarpet MLA SN Narayanaswamy have begun holding special prayers, seeking a cabinet berth for their leader.

As several Congress legislators are in Delhi engaging in discussions with the party high command over cabinet formation, grassroots-level political activity has also picked up in the constituency. On the occasion of Narayanaswamy's birthday, his supporters performed special rituals and abhishekam at the Sri Kodandarama Swamy temple in Bangarpet.

Narayanaswamy, a three-time MLA and a prominent leader fr...