Modi 3.0: Leaders who are repeating third term as Union minister

New Delhi: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi took the oath for a historic third consecutive term, several key ministers from his previous terms are expected to join him once again. This marks the third time the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will form the government at the center under Modi’s leadership.

Trusted ministers rejoining the Modi 3.0 cabinet

PM Narendra Modi will be accompanied by a group of ministers who have been integral to his administration since his first term. Notable names include Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman, Piyush Goyal, Jitendra Singh, Rao Indrajit Singh, Mansukh Mandaviya, Kiren Rijiju, Sarbananda Sonowal, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Arjun Ram Meghwal, Anupriya Patel, Hardeep Puri, and Dharmendra Pradhan.

Key ministers and their portfolios

• Rajnath Singh: Initially served as Home Minister in Modi’s first term and later transitioned to Defence Minister in the second term after Amit Shah took over the Home Ministry.
• Nitin Gadkari: Has been a vital part of Modi’s cabinet, known for his work in infrastructure and transport.
• Nirmala Sitharaman: Continues to hold a significant role, managing the Finance Department.
• Piyush Goyal: Recognized for his contributions across various departments, including Railways and Commerce.

These ministers have been pivotal in shaping and implementing the government's policies and are expected to continue their influential roles in Modi's third term.

Here are other ministers repeating third term

Jitendra Singh, Rao Indrajit Singh, Mansukh Mandaviya, Kiren Rijiju, Sarbananda Sonowal, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Arjun Ram Meghwal, Anupriya Patel, Hardeep Puri, and Dharmendra Pradhan are among the trusted officials who have earned Modi’s confidence. They are anticipated to retain their ministerial positions and continue contributing to the administration’s goals.

New faces and state balancing

In addition to these familiar faces, several new members are likely to be inducted into the cabinet, reflecting Modi’s strategy to balance state representations and strengthen the BJP’s alliance equations. The BJP high command aims to maintain an equilibrium by adjusting the number of ministers from BJP-ruled states and those from alliance partners.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi steps into his third term, the inclusion of these experienced ministers signifies stability and continuity in his administration. Their continued presence in the cabinet underscores Modi's trust in their capabilities to drive his vision for the nation forward.