Supporters of Congress leader B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan protested in Hubballi demanding his appointment as Deputy Chief Minister and a cabinet berth.

This movement signals internal pressure within the Karnataka government to ensure specific community representation in the state's highest leadership roles. The demand for a ministerial position reflects a push for more inclusive governance following the formation of the new administration.

The demonstrations took place on June 5, 2024 [1], occurring several weeks after the new Karnataka government assumed office. Protesters gathered in Hubballi to voice their grievances and call for the induction of Khan into the cabinet [1].

Beyond a standard ministerial role, the group is specifically advocating for Khan to be elevated to the post of Deputy Chief Minister [2]. The supporters said that such a position is necessary to effectively represent their community's interests within the state government [2].

Following the Hubballi protest, organizers announced plans to escalate their campaign. The group is organizing a march to the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, the seat of the state legislature, to bring their demands directly to the government's doorstep [1], [2].

Zameer Ahmed Khan is a prominent member of the Congress party. The current push by his supporters highlights the strategic importance of his leadership in managing community relations, and political stability within the region [2].

“Supporters are demanding a cabinet berth and the Deputy Chief Minister post for Zameer Ahmed Khan.”

The protests indicate a potential friction point between the Karnataka government's cabinet selections and the expectations of specific constituency blocs. By demanding a Deputy Chief Minister post, supporters are not merely seeking a seat at the table but are pushing for a high-level structural acknowledgment of their community's political influence.