NEW DELHI: Continuing his longstanding tenure in public service, Senior BJP leader Nitin Gadkari has once again taken charge as the Minister of Road Transport and Highways. The seasoned politician’s reassignment to this crucial role in the Modi 3.0 government has been met with widespread approval and anticipation for accelerated infrastructural development across India.
In a statement shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), Gadkari expressed his profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting him with this responsibility. He lauded Modi’s visionary leadership and pledged to propel India towards a future adorned with world-class, modern infrastructure.
Gadkari, affectionately known as the ‘Highway Man of India’, boasts an impressive track record, having overseen the construction of over 54,858 km of national highways during his tenure in the last decade. His relentless efforts have significantly contributed to enhancing connectivity and facilitating smoother transportation networks nationwide.
Hailing from Nagpur in Maharashtra, the 67-year-old leader holds the distinction of being the longest-serving Minister of Road Transport and Highways. Under his astute guidance, the ministry has set ambitious targets, including the completion of the 1,386-km Delhi-Mumbai Expressway by December of this year.
Gadkari’s unwavering commitment to public service and his remarkable political journey have earned him widespread acclaim. As a three-time consecutive winner from the Nagpur parliamentary constituency, he has remained deeply rooted in the ethos of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), the ideological fountainhead of the BJP.
His recent induction into the NDA government as a cabinet minister underscores his pivotal role in shaping national policies and agendas. Gadkari’s tryst with national politics commenced in 2009 when he assumed the mantle of BJP president, marking the onset of a distinguished career marked by notable achievements.
Since his electoral debut in the Lok Sabha polls of 2014, Gadkari has held various ministerial portfolios, demonstrating his versatility and administrative acumen. From overseeing the micro, small, and medium enterprises to spearheading initiatives in shipping, water resources, and rural development, his tenure has been characterized by dynamic leadership and transformative reforms.
As Nitin Gadkari embarks on his new term as Minister of Road Transport and Highways, the nation eagerly awaits the realization of his vision for a robust, interconnected infrastructure network that serves as the backbone of India’s progress.
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