Basavaraj Horatti will step down as Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman next week. Senior Congress leader Saleem Ahmed is expected to take over the chairman's post. This development eases pressure on Chief Minister DK Shivakumar following cabinet expansion. Congress leadership is managing discontent among legislators denied ministerial positions. Portfolios are being allocated to new ministers, and one berth remains vacant.

CM D.K. Shivakumar suggests Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti resign after Congress announces Saleem Ahmed for the position.

Karnataka Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti received a resignation request from the Chief Minister. He will consult opposition leaders before making a final decision…