In a major coalition move, Jana Sena Party President Pawan Kalyan will be the sole Deputy Chief Minister in Andhra Pradesh's new Council of Ministers. The 25-member cabinet, which includes three members from Jana Sena Party and one from BJP, will be sworn in by Governor S. Abdul Nazeer in a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other prominent leaders. Chandrababu Naidu, who led NDA to a sweeping victory, has finalised his ministerial team after a meeting with Amit Shah and J.P. Nadda.
Pawan Kalyan Sworn in as Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
Background
After the 2019 Indian general election, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), formed a government in Andhra Pradesh. The alliance included the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) led by N. Chandrababu Naidu and the Jana Sena Party led by Pawan Kalyan.
Announcement
On May 28, 2019, it was announced that Pawan Kalyan would be sworn in as the sole Deputy Chief Minister (DCM) in the new Andhra Pradesh Council of Ministers. The 25-member cabinet also included three members from Jana Sena Party and one from BJP.
Swearing-In Ceremony
The swearing-in ceremony was held on June 8, 2019, at Raj Bhavan in Vijayawada. It was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP President Amit Shah, and other prominent leaders.
Significance
Pawan Kalyan's appointment as DCM marked a significant turning point in Andhra Pradesh politics. It demonstrated the growing influence of Jana Sena Party, which had emerged as a third force in the state. It also underlined the strong bond between BJP and Jana Sena Party.
FAQs
1. What is the significance of Pawan Kalyan's appointment as DCM?
It demonstrates the growing influence of Jana Sena Party and strengthens the alliance between BJP and Jana Sena Party.
2. What is the size of the new Andhra Pradesh cabinet?
25 members, including the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and 23 cabinet ministers.
3. How many members are from Jana Sena Party in the cabinet?
Three members.
4. What was the previous role of Pawan Kalyan in politics?
He was the President of Jana Sena Party.
5. What other prominent leaders attended the swearing-in ceremony?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP President Amit Shah, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.
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