Former CM Siddaramaiah’s Cabinet Choices Under Scrutiny, Son Responds

The recent Karnataka cabinet expansion has ignited criticism aimed at former chief minister Siddaramaiah for allegedly overlooking supportive AhinDa legislators. Urban Development Minister Yatindra Siddaramaiah defended his father, stating that the list of recommended names included heavyweight H.C. Mahadevappa and other senior figures. He disclosed that the party's central leadership had already consulted Mahadevappa and Tanveer Saith, explaining why the slot went to Narendra Swami instead. According to Yatindra, the final roster reflected a balanced consideration of community sentiments, particularly the Kuruba faction’s displeasure after Siddaramaiah’s resignation. The minister also highlighted his own fieldwork in Mysore, where he inspected drought‑impact zones and received blessings at two historic mathas, underscoring his dual role as district minister and development overseer.