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- Nineteen new ministers were sworn in at Lok Bhavan in Bengaluru on August 3 after much back-and-forth over Karnataka's cabinet expansion.
- Former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah stayed away from the ceremony, telling close associates earlier in the day that he would not attend.
- MLC Gayitri Shantegowda took the oath even though her name was on the high command's list.
- The report does not state a clear reason for Siddaramaiah's absence.
What to watch next
- Whether Siddaramaiah explains or clarifies his absence from the ceremony
- Any political fallout within the party over the cabinet expansion
- Whether MLC Gayitri Shantegowda's inclusion despite the high command list raises questions
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