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As BJP leader Narendra Modi is set to be sworn in as PM for a third term today, NDA allies like TDP and JD(U) are also likely to hold key posts in the Cabinet. We take a look.
BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) leader Narendra Modi will take the oath as prime minister of India today at 7:15 p.m. at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi. This makes Modi only the second person after former PM Jawaharlal Nehru to become prime minister for a third consecutive term.
In attendance at the ceremony will be many national and international dignitaries, including top leaders from Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. To this end, security across the capital has been beefed up and Rashtrapati Bhawan will have three-tier security till June 11. Further, the Delhi-NCT area has been declared a no-fly zone to prohibit the use of drones and similar devices.
Besides Modi, however, all eyes are on which MP-elects from the NDA will make the final cut into his Cabinet and his council of ministers. These ministers are also scheduled to take their oath today.
The BJP, despite falling short of a majority, is heavily reliant on NDA partners like TDP led by Chandrababu Naidu and JD(U) led by Nitish Kumar. These key allies have emerged as “kingmakers” in the formation of the government’s third term. The ministries are now being allocated based on their significant contributions.
From various sources, it is anticipated that several leaders from different NDA partners, including JD(U), TDP, and other allied parties, will secure ministerial berths in the upcoming Modi 3.0 Cabinet. This move aims to ensure inclusive representation and strengthen the coalition government.
Overall, the NDA allies’ participation in the ministerial roles highlights the collaborative approach towards governance and the importance of coalition partnerships in India’s political landscape. With a diverse range of leaders from different parties contributing to the government, the stage is set for a new era of governance with a focus on inclusivity and cooperation.
