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With the appointment of these ministers, the cabinet, helmed by Chief Minister Sai, approached its maximum capacity, allowing for a total of 13 ministers, including the Chief Minister. Previously, the cabinet comprised Sai along with Deputy CMs Arun Sao and Vijay Sharma, sworn in on December 13.

Mohan Yadav swiftly implemented a ban on the unregulated use of loudspeakers in religious and public spaces, along with restrictions on open meat sales. The ban focuses on controlling loudspeaker use within permissible decibel limits and designated times, with compliant usage exempt from penalties. 

Emphasizing the party's commitment to the rights of the underprivileged, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said, "We will pursue this matter to ensure that the impoverished receive their due."

In the lead-up to the 2024 elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) holds a significant advantage, driven by Prime Minister Modi's enduring popularity, a robust political organization, and effective marketing strategies, as noted by Milan Vaishnav, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

In an unexpected move on Monday, the BJP selected Mohan Yadav, a three-time MLA and a leader representing the Other Backward Classes (OBC), to assume the role of the next Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, as announced by the state party president VD Sharma.

The Supreme Court's unanimous decision upholding the Centre's move to abrogate provisions of Article 370 and directing the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir has a complex history that can be traced back to the early years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's political career.

Chhattisgarh Assembly Election result 2023: This seat has a sizable population of Sahus, a prominent OBC community. It is currently held by minister Tamradhwaj Sahu, a prominent OBC leader. Unfortunately,  Tamradhwaj Sahu was defeated by BJP's Lalit Chandrakar, who secured 87175 votes

Chhattisgarh assembly election result 2023: Speaker of the Chhattisgarh Assembly, 69-year-old Charandas Mahant, a prominent OBC leader of the Congress, has represented the Sakti constituency for four terms. He did win for the fifth time.

The findings indicate that scheduled castes (42.92% poor) and scheduled tribes (42.7% poor) are among the most impoverished communities in the state, while the proportion of poor individuals is lowest among the general category (25.09%).

Chhattisgarh election 2023: These 13 constituencies are set to witness intense political battles between the Congress and BJP, making them crucial in the Chhattisgarh assembly elections.

The all-party meeting aims to discuss the Maharashtra government's approach and seek support from opposition leaders. The government has initiated steps to issue Kunbi caste certificates to eligible Maratha community members, paving the way for OBC category reservations

Madhya Pradesh Election 2023: Kamal Nath also highlighted the plan to reserve 27% of government jobs for Other Backward Classes (OBCs), demonstrating the party's dedication to creating opportunities for marginalized groups.

Addressing a press conference after the CWC meeting, Rahul Gandhi stated that the Congress would exert pressure on the BJP to conduct a caste census because it was the demand of the nation.

The results of the caste-based survey carry significant political significance as it may impact the state's political landscape, especially for parties like the Rashtriya Janata Dal, Janata Dal (United), and Bharatiya Janata Party, given the importance of OBC votes in a state that elects 40 MPs to Parliament.

The journey to this milestone began with the Lok Sabha's approval on September 20, where an overwhelming 454 MPs voted in favor, while only 2 voted against, advocating for a sub-quota for women from the Other Backward Class (OBC) and minority communities.