Modi 3.0: Gadkari, Rajnath likely to retain key roles; new faces also expected

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term, often referred to as Modi 3.0, is poised to kick off with the swearing-in of new ministers. Key figures like Nitin Gadkari, Piyush Goyal, Rajnath Singh and Jyotiraditya Scindia are expected to retain their crucial posts, ensuring continuity in significant portfolios. Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar are also anticipated to play vital roles, maintaining a strong leadership team within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). This strategic retention of experienced leaders aims to balance new inductions with seasoned governance, highlighting Modi’s approach to sustaining effective leadership while introducing fresh faces into his cabinet.

The new cabinet will see 30 ministers taking their oaths, signifying the infusion of new energy and perspectives into the government. This move is expected to enhance the administration's ability to address various governance challenges effectively. The total number of ministers in Modi 3.0 is projected to be between 78 and 81, underscoring the comprehensive nature of the team designed to tackle diverse issues facing the nation.