Today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is commemorating the birth anniversary of the late Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee with various events nationwide. Party leaders plan to pay floral tributes to Vajpayee, who passed away in 2018, and attend a prayer meeting at Sadaiv Atal near Vijay Ghat at 8:45 am.
In Chhattisgarh, the newly formed BJP government will disburse a pending paddy bonus of Rs 3,716.38 crore to farmers, marking the occasion. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will be the chief guest at the function in Bendri village, Raipur district, at 1 pm.
Additionally, the Centre observes Vajpayee’s birthday as Good Governance Day since 2014. Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh will launch three new features on the iGOT Karmayogi platform in celebration.
Vikas Pathak, in an article, highlights Vajpayee’s role in reshaping BJP’s image post-Babri, emphasizing his inclusive language and graceful politics that gained both party supporters and opponents’ appreciation.
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Expansion
In Madhya Pradesh, the Cabinet is set to be expanded today at 3:30 pm, according to Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. The details of the expansion, such as the number of inductees, remain undisclosed. The maximum strength of the Council of Ministers in Madhya Pradesh, with 230 MLAs, is 35, including the Chief Minister.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Invites Opposition Leader
Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar have invited the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, to discuss the suspension of MPs. The meeting is scheduled for 4 pm at Dhankhar’s official residence, aiming to foster dialogue and discussion amid the recent parliamentary suspensions.
During the Winter Session, a record 146 MPs across both Houses were suspended, demanding Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s statement on the Parliament security breach and a discussion on the matter.
Wrestling Federation Controversy Continues
The Wrestling Federation of India remains suspended following controversy over the election of BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s aide, Sanjay Singh, as the sports body’s president. The political implications of this issue persist, with the Opposition targeting the BJP. The ruling party is actively addressing the situation to avoid any impact on its outreach efforts.
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