Big blow to Modi government, Minister of State George Kurien resigns, political stir intensifies

New Delhi. Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs and Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, George Kurien, who represents the minority community in the Central Government, has resigned from his post on Tuesday. President Draupadi Murmu has accepted his resignation. After this development, discussions have intensified in national politics and various speculations are being made regarding the reasons for the resignation.

George Kurien was among the prominent faces representing the Christian community in the Modi government. His resignation is being considered important from political point of view. However, the detailed reason behind the resignation has not been made public yet nor has any detailed statement been issued by the Central Government in this regard.

Political analysts believe that at a time when the central government is trying to balance the representation of various social and regional groups, George Kurien’s resignation raises many new questions. Opposition parties are also keeping an eye on this development and may demand clarity from the government.

Kurien has been associated with public life and organizational activities for a long time. While in the government, he played his role in the implementation of various schemes and programs. After his resignation, now the discussion has also started as to whom the government can hand over the responsibility in his place in the cabinet.

At present, his tenure has ended with the acceptance of his resignation by the President. In the coming days, all eyes will be on the possible cabinet reshuffle or new appointment related decisions taken by the Central Government. This matter remains a major topic of discussion in political circles.