Fact Check: Is Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Considering Quitting Politics?

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, a senior BJP leader, announced that he is considering quitting politics, citing feeling suffocated by the current state of politics.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, who is currently serving as the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, made a surprising announcement on Wednesday, stating that he is considering quitting politics. 

Gadkari, senior leader of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), revealed this during an interview with India TV.

Gadkari’s announcement came as a shock to many, especially since he has been seen as a key member of the BJP’s leadership. In the interview, Gadkari said that he was feeling “suffocated” by the current state of politics and that he was “not interested in any post or position”. 

He added that he had already informed Prime Minister Narendra Modi about his decision to consider leaving politics.

Gadkari, who is a former president of the BJP, also spoke about his tenure as the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, highlighting some of the achievements of his ministry. 

He said that his ministry had constructed around 40,000 km of highways during his tenure, and that the government had spent around Rs 17 lakh crore on various road projects.

Gadkari’s announcement has triggered speculation about the reasons behind his decision. Some analysts believe that it could be due to differences with other senior leaders of the BJP, while others suggest that it could be a strategy to exert pressure on the party leadership.

Gadkari, however, dismissed such speculation, saying that he was not interested in any political game and that his decision was based solely on his personal preferences. 

He also said that he would continue to work for the welfare of the people even if he quits politics.

Gadkari’s announcement has also led to reactions from other political leaders. While some have expressed surprise, others have expressed their respect for Gadkari’s decision.

Nitin Gadkari has been a prominent figure in Indian politics for several decades. He was the president of the BJP from 2009 to 2013 and has held various important portfolios in the central government. 

He is also known for his contributions to the development of infrastructure in the country, particularly in the areas of roads and highways.

It remains to be seen whether Gadkari will actually go through with his decision to quit politics. 

Gadkari’s announcement has certainly created a stir in political circles and is likely to have significant implications for the BJP and the Indian political landscape as a whole.However Nitin Gadkari dismissed rumors about him quitting BJP by saying “I have no intention of retiring from politics”.

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