What is the total number of ministers in the Karnataka Council of Ministers following the cabinet expansion?

On August 3, 2026, the government led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar in Karnataka administered the oath to 19 new ministers, bringing the total strength of the Council of Ministers to 33. According to Articles 163 and 164 of the Constitution and the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, a maximum of 34 ministers (including the Chief Minister) can be appointed in Karnataka.