The senior leader of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mr. Nitin Gadkari spoke at a journalism awards function held in Maharashtra’s Nagpur and said an opposition leader offered his support to him for PM’s post, however, Mr. Gadkari rejected his offer.
He also said ‘There was a surprising incident. I would not name anyone — that person said if you are going to become PM we will support you’. In return, Mr. Gadkari said ‘Why should you support me and why should I take your support?’ He then added ‘To become a PM is not an aim in my life, I am loyal to my conviction and my organization, and I am not going to compromise for any post, My conviction is the utmost thing and our conviction is the true strength of Indian democracy’.
Mr. Nitin Gadkari is a three-time winning MP from the Nagpur constituency, The opposition often praises him for his work on infrastructure projects.
Nitin Gadkari is a prominent Indian politician who has played a key role in reshaping the country’s infrastructure landscape. As a senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Gadkari has served in multiple high-profile positions, including as the Minister for Road Transport and Highways since 2014, and Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) from 2019 to 2021.
Born on May 27, 1957, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Nitin Jairam Gadkari entered politics as a student leader in the Akhila Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). Gadkari’s early political career began in Maharashtra’s state politics, where he gained recognition for developing the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, a pioneering project in India’s highway infrastructure. This achievement established him as a forward-thinking leader with a strong focus on public works and development.
As the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Gadkari spearheaded ambitious road projects, aiming to enhance connectivity, reduce travel time, and promote economic growth. Under his leadership, India has witnessed significant expansion in national highways, construction of expressways, and modernization of road transport systems. He is also known for promoting the adoption of alternative fuels, particularly electric vehicles and biofuels, to reduce pollution and fossil fuel dependency.
Gadkari’s innovative approach and commitment to sustainable development have earned him a reputation as a reformer who is determined to modernize India’s infrastructure. His work continues to shape the nation’s economic future by improving transportation networks, promoting green energy, and supporting small businesses through policy reforms.
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