BJP’s CM picks reflect a careful social engineering strategy. Emphasis is on future leadership
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BJP’s CM picks reflect a careful social engineering strategy. Emphasis is on future leadership

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50 word edit | ThePrint team

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BJP’s picks for Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh CMs, Mohan Yadav and Vishnu Deo Sai, and their deputies reflect a carefully crafted social engineering strategy. Both CM-designates have what it takes—RSS backing, humble background, grassroots leadership, and administrative experience. Modi-Shah’s emphasis on building future leadership sets BJP apart from rivals.

Accept SC ruling on J&K. Now Centre must restore statehood, hand over power to elected govt

Supreme Court upholding removal of Jammu and Kashmir’s special status under Article 370 brings closure to this issue. All parties must accept its finality and move on. SC has done well to fix a timeframe for elections. Centre should now restore statehood and hand over power to an elected government.

Congress MP was wondering how people amass black money. He may have to answer it himself now

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