Chhattisgarh Cabinet Expansion: Historic 14-Member Team Inducted
Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expanded his cabinet by inducting three new BJP MLAs, bringing the total to 14, the state's largest ever. The induction follows the BJP's victory in the assembly polls. The cabinet features diverse caste and regional representation, adopting a strategy similar to Haryana's model.
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In a historic move, Chhattisgarh has expanded its cabinet to 14 members—the largest in the state's history. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inducted three first-time BJP legislators: Rajesh Agrawal, Guru Khushwant Saheb, and Gajendra Yadav. The ceremony was held at the Raj Bhavan, with Governor Ramen Deka administering the oaths of office and secrecy.
The expanded cabinet signifies a diverse representation, with newly inducted ministers hailing from various communities, including the Other Backward Classes, Scheduled Caste, and the general category. This restructuring follows the Bharatiya Janata Party's triumph over the Congress in the 2023 assembly elections, securing 54 seats.
Aligning with constitutional provisions, Chhattisgarh's cabinet expansion adopts the Haryana model, maximizing its size to meet the limit of 14 ministers in a 90-member assembly. This strategic move reflects a blend of caste and regional considerations aimed at balanced governance.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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