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Chandigarh, 17th Oct. Nayab Singh Saini, the unexpected star of the BJP’s victory in the Haryana assembly elections, was sworn in as the state’s Chief Minister on Thursday. The ceremony, held at Dussehra Ground, was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a host of leaders from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA).
The event saw thousands gathered as Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya administered the oath to Saini, a low-profile leader from the OBC community, and 13 other ministers. The BJP’s power-packed presence on stage featured chief ministers, ministers, and allies, symbolizing a strong message of unity. The choice of Valmiki Jayanti for the swearing-in further underscored the party’s strategic outreach to Dalits, as Valmiki is a revered figure for his contribution to Hindu literature through the epic Ramayana.
Prime Minister Modi congratulated Saini and his cabinet, highlighting the team’s potential for delivering effective governance. “This government will realize the dreams of people and take the state’s development to a new high,” he posted on X (formerly Twitter). He emphasized the commitment of the “double engine government” to serving various sections of society, including the poor, farmers, youth, and women.
Expressing gratitude, Saini thanked the 2.8 crore people of Haryana for their support and acknowledged the prime minister’s leadership. “For the third time with full majority, the BJP government will work with full energy for good governance, equality, and welfare of the poor,” he stated on X after his second swearing-in as Chief Minister.
The 54-year-old Saini, who replaced M.L. Khattar as the party’s choice for chief minister, silenced critics by leading the BJP to a crucial win in the assembly elections, which many believed might favor the Congress. This victory marks the BJP’s third consecutive government in Haryana—a strategic boost for the party ahead of upcoming assembly elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand.
The BJP secured 48 seats in the 90-member Haryana assembly, with support from three Independents, including Hisar MLA Savitri Jindal. The new 13-member council of ministers includes notable leaders like Anil Vij, a seven-time MLA, and representatives from various castes and regions, ensuring balanced representation. Among the ministers are two women, former Congress leader Shruti Choudhary and first-time MLA Arti Singh, who took their oaths in English and Hindi, respectively.
The Saini cabinet includes a diverse array of leaders, including five OBC members, two Dalits, two Jats, and two Brahmins, aiming for inclusive governance. The ministry also reflects regional diversity, with leaders from the Ahirwal belt, the GT Road belt, and the Faridabad-Palwal region.
Following the ceremony, Saini paid respects at Valmiki Bhawan, a gurdwara, and the Mansa Devi temple in Panchkula, emphasizing his connection to cultural and religious roots. He reiterated his commitment to implementing the BJP’s ‘Sankalp Patra’ (election manifesto).
The swearing-in ceremony witnessed the presence of top BJP leaders, including Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, and BJP President J.P. Nadda, alongside chief ministers from BJP-ruled states such as Yogi Adityanath (Uttar Pradesh), Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam), and Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat). NDA partner N. Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, also attended, celebrating the party’s achievement.
“This is the confidence people are having in PM Modi. That’s why it is a big victory. The mood of the nation is very clear,” Naidu told reporters. LJP leader and Union Minister Chirag Paswan lauded the win, attributing the success to PM Modi’s leadership, Home Minister Amit Shah’s policies, and the organizational strength of BJP President J.P. Nadda.
As the BJP and its allies gear up for crucial elections in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, Saini’s appointment and the show of strength in Haryana are expected to galvanize party supporters and maintain momentum in the upcoming polls. Following the oath-taking, NDA leaders convened for a chief minister’s council meeting, strategizing for the political battles ahead.
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