Bhubaneswar,May 27: Discussions are reportedly being held regarding a possible expansion of the state cabinet.
The current ministers are said to be handling an excessive workload.
To improve administrative efficiency, the number of ministers may be increased from 16 to 22.
There is a possibility of inducting several new faces into the cabinet.
Portfolios of some existing ministers may also be reshuffled.
A few ministers could be assigned organizational responsibilities within the party.
It is being reported that the central leadership has given a green signal for some important decisions.
The cabinet expansion is likely to be carried out keeping regional and caste equations in mind.
The BJP government is set to complete two years in office on June 12.
On the occasion of completing two years, the government may announce some major initiatives or “big gifts” for the people of the state.
Following the Chief Minister’s visit to Delhi, an announcement regarding the cabinet expansion may be made soon.
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