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Why it's good to be a first-time MLA in BJP

IndiaTimes Thursday, 20 February 2025
The BJP has a tendency to appoint first-time MLAs to chief ministerial positions in key states they win. Notable examples include Manohar Lal Khattar in Haryana, Bhajan Lal Sharma in Rajasthan, and Rekha Gupta in Delhi. These leaders have often risen through the ranks of the RSS and BJP, showcasing grassroots engagement and strategic capabilities.
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News video: Rekha Gupta Becomes Delhi’s New CM: BJP Chooses First-Time MLA Over Veterans | Who is Her Deputy?

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BJP has named Rekha Gupta as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, making her the fourth woman to hold the post after Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit, and Atishi. The first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh was picked over several senior leaders. Meanwhile, Parvesh Kumar, who defeated Arvind Kejriwal in the...

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