Champai Soren, the JMM legislative leader, has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Jharkhand and invited to form the government by the state's governor. This comes after a video of 43 MLAs showing support for Soren was released. The JMM-led alliance, including Congress and RJD, has 47 MLAs in the 81-member assembly. The appointment follows a potential political crisis due to the arrest of former Chief Minister Hemant Soren in an alleged land and mining scam.
As Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren resigns, all eyes are on Governor C P Radhakrishnan's role in appointing the new CM. The Governor's power to appoint the CM is limited by constitutional constraints, and he must ensure the CM-designate has the required numbers before inviting them to form the government. The Supreme Court has previously leaned towards an objective test to decide majority in such cases. A delay in forming a new government could lead to concerns about horse-trading and potential recommendation of President's Rule if the constitutional machinery breaks down.
Nitish Kumar took oath as the Chief Minister of Bihar for a record ninth time, forming a new government in partnership with the BJP. This marks his fifth switch in a decade, earning him the nickname "Paltu Kumar". Citing disappointment with the opposition bloc, he expressed frustration with the lack of progress in the Grand Alliance and cited concerns over the lack of clarity in the alliance's poll preparations and being passed over as a possible Prime Ministerial candidate.
Bhajan Lal Sharma, a dedicated and committed worker for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for 34 years, has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Rajasthan. Known for his humility and selflessness, Sharma has made sacrifices for the party, including being jailed during the Shri Ramjanmabhoomi agitation and the Kashmir march. He won the recent assembly election from Sanganer constituency with the support of Brahmin voters and campaigned by praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and highlighting the Centre's recent announcement of 33% reservation for women. Sharma has an MA in Political Science, runs a business, and holds key posts in the BJP's state unit.
Residents of Balaji Towers in Malviya Nagar, where Chief Minister designate Bhajan Lal Sharma resides, want him to celebrate his birthday with them on December 15 before shifting to the chief minister's bungalow after taking oath. The neighbors and society members admire Sharma for always taking a stand on societal issues and consider him a down-to-earth person. They expressed their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP leadership for making them believe that hardworking individuals can reach the top. Supporters gathered at the apartment with garlands, sweets, and firecrackers, while the family preferred to stay indoors.
Residents of Balaji Towers in Malviya Nagar, where Bhajan Lal Sharma currently resides, want him to celebrate his birthday with them on December 15 before he moves to the chief minister's bungalow after taking oath. The neighbors and society members have always supported Sharma, who recently won the election from Sanganer. They view him as a person who takes a stand on societal issues and want to celebrate his birthday with him before he assumes his new role as chief minister.
The BJP has named Bhajanlal Sharma, a first-time MLA and one of the party's longest-serving leaders in Rajasthan, as the new Chief Minister of the state. Sharma's unexpected elevation caught everyone off-guard, as he was seated inconspicuously in the last row of a group photo of newly elected MLAs. He hails from Bharatpur, a region that has not been favorable to the BJP, but won the Sanganer seat, a stronghold for the party. The BJP has also appointed two deputy chief ministers, Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa, in a move that reflects the party's caste/class arithmetic ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha election.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has surprised many by appointing Mohan Yadav, the son of a tea-seller, as the new chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, ending Shivraj Singh Chouhan's nearly two-decade reign. This move reflects the party's determination to bring in new leaders and focus on Other Backward Classes (OBCs). Yadav's appointment, along with the selection of a Dalit and a Brahmin as deputy CMs, showcases the central leadership's control over regional leaders. The decision is seen as an effort to strengthen BJP's support among OBCs in politically crucial states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
Outgoing Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan congratulated his successor Mohan Yadav, who was named by the BJP as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. Chouhan expressed confidence in Yadav's ability to continue the party's welfare schemes and achieve progress and development under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Yadav, a former cabinet minister in Chouhan's government, thanked the party and pledged to fulfill his responsibilities. The BJP won a resounding mandate in the state, securing 163 seats, while the Congress finished second with 66 seats.
Mohan Yadav has been named the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), ending speculation that Shivraj Singh Chouhan would return for a fifth term. Chouhan, who served as Chief Minister four times, congratulated his colleague. The BJP had prolonged the suspense by holding multiple meetings to choose the next Chief Minister. Yadav, the Education Minister in the outgoing government, won from Ujjain South seat in the November Assembly election. The BJP won 163 of the 230 Assembly seats in Madhya Pradesh.
Revanth Reddy, a relatively inexperienced politician, is impressing many with his mature and balanced approach to politics. He has shown respect towards his opponents, fulfilled promises, and displayed concern for others. Analysts suggest that his style resembles that of YS Rajasekhara Reddy, a former Chief Minister, in dealing with situations and opponents.
Vishnu Deo Sai, a tribal leader and former Union minister, has been chosen as the next Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Known for his grassroots political experience and connection with his tribal roots, Sai's appointment follows the trajectory of leaders who have risen through the ranks. With the BJP's strong performance in the state's recent elections, winning 18 seats in tribal areas, Sai's selection reflects the party's focus on tribal representation.
Vishnu Deo Sai, a 59-year-old former state unit chief of the BJP, has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. Sai, who hails from a political family, began his career as a panch and went on to become a legislator, parliamentarian, and party president. He has served as a minister of state in Narendra Modi's cabinet and is known for his close ties with the RSS and the tribal wing of the Sangh. Sai's appointment as CM comes after a successful electoral career and his reputation as a leader who builds lasting relationships.
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister-designate Vishnu Deo Sai accused the Congress of treating tribals as a vote bank, while stating that the BJP takes care of their welfare. He expressed confidence in discharging his new responsibilities and highlighted the BJP's track record in tribal development. Sai paid tribute to a freedom fighter from the tribal community and emphasized that under BJP rule, the development, well-being, and respect of tribals are achievable.
Vishnu Deo Sai, former Chhattisgarh BJP president and ex-Union minister, is set to become the state's next chief minister. Sai, belonging to the influential Sahu community, won from Kunkuri in north Chhattisgarh, a BJP-dominated region. With the BJP securing 54 out of 90 seats, including in tribal regions, Sai's appointment marks the end of suspense.
