Modi may have smaller cabinet to keep tight control

"He will have to take everyone along, and it seems at the moment that he is taking everyone along. Whatever will be the situation, it will be clear in a day or two," Shukla said.

"Modi is a seasoned politician, he can adjust well," he added.

While the BJP remains tight-lipped over the distribution of portfolios, informed sources have indicated that party leaders like Rajnath Singh, Sushma Swaraj, Arun Jaitley, and Nitin Gadkari are likely to get some key ministries.

The sources said Rajnath wants home portfolio. However, there is also a possibility that he may continue to be the party president.

Sushma Swaraj, who was keen for one of the top four ministeries, may have to settle for something else.

Arun Jaitley as well as Arun Shourie now seem to be in contention for the key finance ministry.