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Uttarakhand Cabinet Expansion Likely During Auspicious Chaitra Navratri

Discussions have intensified in Uttarakhand regarding a possible expansion of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's cabinet during the auspicious period of Chaitra Navratri. Five ministerial positions are currently vacant, and the performance records of MLAs are being evaluated for potential induction. More than two dozen party leaders are also likely to be appointed to equivalent Minister of State positions. The Chief Minister has extended New Year and Navratri greetings, hinting at the significant political developments ahead.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Cabinet Expansion Expected During Navratri

  • Cabinet expansion likely during Navratri
  • Five ministerial posts currently vacant
  • MLA performance under evaluation
  • Dozens of party leaders to be appointed as 'Daitvadhari'
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Uttarakhand CM Dhami's cabinet expansion likely during Chaitra Navratri

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami's cabinet expansion in Uttarakhand is likely during Chaitra Navratri, with 5 ministerial posts vacant and inductions being evaluated.

"Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the Hindu New Year. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, March 19

With the commencement of Chaitra Navratri and the New Vikram Samvat on Thursday, discussions have intensified in Uttarakhand from the government to the BJP organisation regarding a possible expansion of the Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's cabinet during this auspicious period. At present, five ministerial positions remain vacant in the cabinet.

Sources told ANI that the performance records of MLAs are being closely evaluated for potential induction into the cabinet. Additionally, more than two dozen party leaders are likely to be appointed as "Daitvadhari" (equivalent to Ministers of State).

According to sources, multiple rounds of discussions have already taken place with the party's national leadership regarding the cabinet expansion. Once the groundwork between the government and the organisation is finalised, both for cabinet positions and Daitvadhari appointments, the expansion could be announced during Navratri itself.

It is noteworthy that Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and State BJP President Mahendra Bhatt have, on several occasions recently, hinted at an imminent cabinet expansion.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday extended greetings to the people of the state on the Hindu New Year, Vikram Samvat 2083, wishing for prosperity, good health and renewed energy in their lives.

In a post on X, the Chief Minister said, "Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the Hindu New Year. May Vikram Samvat 2083 bring happiness, prosperity, good health, and new energy into the lives of all of you. I pray to God that this New Year establishes new dimensions of development, well-being, and prosperity for the state, and brings progress and joy to the life of every family."

In another post on X, Dhami also extended greetings on the first day of Chaitra Navratri, paying tribute to the goddess Shailputri, the first form of Goddess Durga worshipped during the festival.

"Salutations to She who grants desired boons, with the crescent moon as her crown. Mounted on the bull, bearer of the trident, Shailputri, the glorious one. Heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the residents of the state on the first day of the sacred Chaitra Navratri, dedicated to the worship of Mother Shailputri. May Mother Shailputri, the presiding deity of patience, unwavering resolve, and auspiciousness, bless your life to always be filled with happiness, prosperity, and joy," the Chief Minister wrote.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see performance being evaluated. For too long, political appointments were about loyalty over merit. Hope CM Dhami sticks to this and picks people who have actually worked for their constituencies, not just party insiders.
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Rohit P
The focus should be on solving real issues - unemployment, migration from hills, and infrastructure. A bigger cabinet is fine, but what's the action plan? Wishing everyone a happy and prosperous New Year. #VikramSamvat2083
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the blend of governance and tradition. As someone following Indian politics, the timing with Navratri shows a deep cultural connection. Hope the new 'Daitvadhari' appointments help in better grassroots administration.
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Vikram M
With five vacancies for so long, work must have been affected. Finally some movement. May Maa Shailputri bless the new team with resolve to work for Uttarakhand's progress. The CM's greetings were very thoughtful.
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Kavya N
A respectful criticism: While the timing is pious, I hope this isn't just political management to keep MLAs happy. The expansion should be need-based, not just to accommodate many people. Quality over quantity, please.
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