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Union Cabinet Reshuffle: Ministers May Resign

Speculations suggest some Union Ministers may resign before Cabinet reshuffle.

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Fri, 04 September 2026 at 04:51 pm
Union Cabinet Reshuffle: Ministers May Resign

Speculations are rife in political circles that some Union Ministers are likely to resign before the Prime Minister reshuffles his Cabinet. The exact number of ministers who may resign is still unclear, with some suggesting it could be between 4-5 or 6-8.

The development has sparked intense speculation, with many wondering who will be part of the new Cabinet. However, there is no official confirmation on the matter yet.

In other news, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla is unlikely to lead the Indian delegation to the Speakers Conference in South Africa, scheduled to be held from September 13-19.

Meanwhile, in Maharashtra, Chief Secretary Rajesh Agrawal may get a six-month extension in service in November. Agrawal is a 1989-batch IAS officer.

A Secretary posted at the Centre has reportedly asked for a change of Ministry, citing lack of interest in his present role.

In a significant development, the CBI has filed a chargesheet against 19 persons, including six IAS officers of the Haryana cadre, in a case relating to the misappropriation of Government funds. The accused have been charged with various offences, including criminal conspiracy, cheating, and bribery.

In bureaucratic reshuffles, IRS officer N. Shankarnarayanan has been promoted as Commissioner, while IPS officer Vikas Kumar has been transferred from Ladakh to Delhi.

Vinod Kumar Gupta has been given additional charge of MD, KMRCL, and Santosh Kumar Singh Rathore has been appointed as DIG-cum-CSC, Western Railway.

The Railways have also transferred Happy Walia, IRSME, as Principal Chief Mechanical Engineer.

The Union Cabinet reshuffle is expected to be a significant development, with many ministers and bureaucrats awaiting their fate. The exact timing and details of the reshuffle are still unclear, but it is expected to have a major impact on the government's functioning.

The reshuffle is also likely to have implications for the country's governance and policy-making. With many ministers and bureaucrats changing roles, it will be interesting to see how the new Cabinet shapes up.

In conclusion, the Union Cabinet reshuffle is a significant development that will have far-reaching implications for the government and the country. While the exact details are still unclear, one thing is certain - it will be a major shake-up in the government's functioning.

Frequently asked questions

Will some Union Ministers resign before the Cabinet reshuffle?

Speculations suggest yes, but the exact number is unclear.

What is the CBI chargesheet about?

The CBI has filed a chargesheet against 19 persons, including six IAS officers, in a case relating to the misappropriation of Government funds.

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