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UP CM Yogi Meets PM Modi: Spotlight On Cabinet Expansion, Ayodhya Airport Inauguration, And 2024 Election Strategies

In a politically charged encounter, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, igniting a fervent debate over potential developments in the state’s political landscape. Initial reports suggest that this meeting is intricately tied to a prospective expansion of the state cabinet, strategically timed in the lead-up to the critical 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh.

Recent realignments post

Following the recent realignments post the last assembly elections, marked by the addition of new allies, expectations are high for an imminent expansion of Yogi’s cabinet. This move is perceived as an endeavor to solidify political alignments and fortify the party’s position ahead of the crucial 2024 elections.

Yogi Adityanath visit to Delhi

Preceding his visit to Delhi, Yogi Adityanath met with the Governor, Anandiben Patel, on Wednesday evening. His subsequent discussions with key leaders, including BJP President JP Nadda and Home Minister Amit Shah, are expected to be pivotal. Speculation is rife that these deliberations will culminate in the finalization of the list for the cabinet expansion, with the subsequent step being the swearing-in of new ministers at the Raj Bhavan.

It’s noteworthy that Yogi Adityanath’s second term has, thus far, seen no expansion of the cabinet. The prolonged discussions on the potential expansion have been a subject of speculation, gaining significance as the state navigates through intricate political dynamics in preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.

Yogi’s cabinet ongoing discussions

Ongoing discussions surrounding the expansion of Yogi’s cabinet have gained momentum, with the timing strategically aligned with the impending Lok Sabha elections and the evolving political scenario in the state. The dissolution of the alliance with the Samajwadi Party and the inclusion of Om Prakash Rajbhar, who parted ways with the SP, into the NDA, have added new dimensions to the political equation. Rajbhar, a prominent leader from Purvanchal, is being considered for a role in Yogi’s government. However, arriving at concrete conclusions may take some time, emphasizing the need for patience in shaping the right outcomes. Stay tuned for further updates on this unfolding political narrative.

Priyanka Rai

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