Narendra Modi has formed his new Cabinet, retaining key ministers while introducing fresh faces to key portfolios.
This dynamic team is set to lead India through its next phase of development and governance. Let’s take a closer look at the Union Ministers who will shape the future of the nation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, signaling continuity, has retained several key ministers from his previous term, including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, and S Jaishankar. These stalwarts will continue to lead high-profile ministries, ensuring stability and experience at the helm.
Here’s a breakdown of some of the most critical portfolios and the ministers assigned to them:
Ministry of Home Affairs
- Minister: Amit Shah
- Details: Amit Shah continues to helm the Ministry of Home Affairs, bringing his strategic prowess and political acumen to this crucial portfolio.
Ministry of Defence
- Minister: Rajnath Singh
- Details: Rajnath Singh, known for his grassroots connect and strategic vision, remains at the helm of the Ministry of Defence.
Ministry of Finance
- Minister: Nirmala Sitharaman
- Details: Nirmala Sitharaman, credited with carrying forward second-generation reforms, continues her tenure as the Finance Minister, steering India’s economic policies.
Ministry of External Affairs
- Minister: S Jaishankar
- Details: S Jaishankar, a seasoned diplomat and key architect of India’s foreign policy, retains his position as the Minister of External Affairs.
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
- Minister: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
- Details: Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan takes charge of agriculture and rural development, bringing his administrative experience to drive growth in these sectors.
Ministry of Railways
- Minister: Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Details: Ashwini Vaishnaw, known for his efficiency and infrastructure development initiatives, retains the Ministry of Railways along with additional portfolios.
Ministry of Education
- Minister: Dharmendra Pradhan
- Details: Dharmendra Pradhan continues to lead the Ministry of Education, focusing on enhancing the quality of education and promoting innovation
Alongside the familiar names, several new faces have been inducted into the Narendra Modi 3.0 Cabinet, each entrusted with critical portfolios. Their fresh perspectives and energy are set to infuse new momentum into governance.
A Closer Look at Key Ministers
Ministry of Cooperation Amit Shah
Ministry of Defence: Rajnath Singh
Ministry of External Affairs: S Jaishankar
Ministry of Finance: Nirmala Sitharaman
Ministry of Corporate Affairs: Nirmala Sitharaman
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: Nitin Gadkari
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: JP Nadda
Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers: JP Nadda
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports: Mansukh Mandaviya
Ministry of Labour and Employment: Mansukh Mandaviya
Ministry of Food Processing Industries: Chirag Paswan
Ministry of Agriculture And Farmers Welfare: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Ministry of Rural Development: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Ministry of Power: Manohar Lal Khattar
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs: Manohar Lal Khattar
Ministry of Tourism: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Ministry of Culture: Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Ministry of Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Ministry of Civil Aviation: Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu
Ministry of Education: Dharmendra Pradhan
Ministry of Women and Child Development: Annapurna Devi
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change: Bhupendra Yadav
Ministry of Jal Shakti: CR Paatil
Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs: Kiren Rijiju
Ministry of Minority Affairs: Kiren Rijiju
Ministry of Heavy Industries: HD Kumaraswamy
Ministry of Steel: HD Kumaraswamy
Ministry Of Communication: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region: Jyotiraditya Scindia
Ministry of Textiles: Giriraj Singh
Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution: Prahlad Joshi
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy: Prahlad Joshi
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: Hardeep Singh Puri
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Jitan Ram Manjhi
Ministry of Panchayati Raj: Lallan Singh
Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairy: Lallan Singh
Ministry of Commerce and Industry: Piyush Goyal
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways: Sarbananda Sonowal
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment: Virendra Kumar
Ministry of Tribal Affairs: Jual Oram
Ministry of Coal: G Kishan Reddy
Ministry of Mines: G Kishan Reddy
The Narendra Modi 3.0 Cabinet presents a blend of continuity and change, with experienced leaders retaining key positions and new entrants bringing fresh ideas and perspectives to the table. As India navigates through various challenges and opportunities, this dynamic team is poised to lead the nation towards a brighter future.