To Abate Discontent, Yediyurappa Gives 13 BJP MLAs Cabinet Rank Amid Delay in Expansion
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Amid delay on the decision of cabinet expansion in Karnataka, the state got 14 new cabinet minister-rank functionaries and four new minister of state-rank functionaries on Wednesday.
In a move to mollify BJP MLAs whose work has been recognised but for whom there is no vacancy in the cabinet, Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa appointed 13 MLAs as chairpersons to state-run boards and corporations. The notification also stated the rank would be equivalent to that of a cabinet minister.
A 14th appointment is of a retired information department officer as the media advisor to the CM, also with cabinet rank. Four other MLAs have been appointed with minister of state-ranks to other boards and corporations, as well. The appointments come with all ministerial perks.