Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expressed his disapproval of live-in relationships in a recent YouTube podcast, citing concerns about their impact on societal structures and sex ratios. He voiced worries that a decline in traditional marriages could lead to demographic imbalances, even suggesting the potential need for allowing polygamy. His comments have ignited debate on personal choices, societal norms, and the role of the government in family matters.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari praised Mahindra’s new electric vehicles, BE 6 and XEV 9e, highlighting India’s progress in the global EV market. Mahindra’s aggressive EV strategy, alongside Tata Motors’ market leadership, signifies a booming Indian electric car sector fueled by government incentives and rising consumer demand.
India’s alarmingly high rate of road accidents has prompted Union Road Transport and Highway Minister Nitin Gadkari to call for urgent action. At the SIAM annual conference, Gadkari urged stakeholders, particularly car manufacturers, to prioritize safety by investing in driver training programs and developing safer vehicles. He highlighted the importance of the Bharat NCAP program, a crash-safety rating system that encourages manufacturers to prioritize occupant protection.
Maharashtra’s political leaders, including Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, participated in the grand opening of the 10-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival. The festivities saw traditional pujas, prayers, and public pronouncements on various aspects of the state’s progress and history.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has threatened to cancel or terminate eight highway projects in Punjab, totaling 293 km and costing ₹ 14,288 crore, due to alleged attacks on engineers and contractors. In a letter to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Gadkari expressed his concern over two recent incidents on the Delhi-Katra Expressway projects and demanded immediate action from the state government to ensure the safety of NHAI officials and staff.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has emphasized the importance of quality roads and urged highway agencies to refrain from charging tolls for subpar infrastructure. He also advocated for a flexible Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM) where contractors can invest more in infrastructure projects. The government plans to implement a GNSS-based electronic toll collection system, aiming to increase toll revenue significantly.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third-time cabinet retains many of his close lieutenants, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, and Nitin Gadkari. However, there are also new faces, such as J.P. Nadda (Health and Chemicals), Shivraj Singh Chouhan (Agriculture), and Manohar Lal (Housing and Urban Affairs). The cabinet also includes several allies of the NDA coalition, signaling the importance of maintaining stability in the new government. Modi’s address to the PMO emphasizes the need for a service-oriented approach, while the immediate priority for the government is to present a full budget and announce welfare measures. Key ministers like Nirmala Sitharaman, Piyush Goyal, Nitin Gadkari, and Pralhad Joshi have specific priorities, including fiscal consolidation, trade agreements, highway construction, and renewable energy. Overall, the cabinet appointments reflect a balance between continuity and change, with a focus on both governance and political alliances.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari collapsed on Thursday while addressing an election rally in Maharashtra during a live broadcast on his social media accounts. He was carried away for first aid but returned to complete his speech, attributing the incident to discomfort from the extreme heat. The incident highlights the ongoing heat wave impacting India, with temperatures reaching record highs and an alert issued for Mumbai. The heat wave has contributed to lower voter turnout in the first phase of the ongoing general election, leading the Election Commission of India to implement measures to mitigate its effects in the remaining six phases.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari fainted at a poll rally in Pusad, Yavatmal-Washim, due to high temperatures and hectic schedule. He later recovered and continued his campaign at Warora. Priyanka Gandhi’s former team member, Bajirao Khade, has been suspended for six years after rebelling and filing his nomination as an independent in Kolhapur.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari collapsed during a rally in Vidarbha due to heat, but recovered quickly and continued his campaign. He attributed the incident to a non-functioning air conditioner in his helicopter and poor ventilation at the venue.
