Decision on Puducherry Cabinet expansion to be taken by BJP in consultation with CM: Minister Namassivayam
Minister A. Namassivayam announced that decisions regarding the expansion of the Puducherry Cabinet will be made by the BJP in consultation with Chief Minister N. Rangasamy. He highlighted the electoral performance of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam and the BJP in recent elections. Additionally, he mentioned the approval of a second India Reserve Battalion for Puducherry, which will create job opportunities for local youth.
- ▪The BJP will consult with Chief Minister N. Rangasamy on Cabinet expansion and portfolio allocation.
- ▪The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam secured 17% of the vote share in the recent elections, while the BJP secured 12%.
- ▪A second India Reserve Battalion has been sanctioned for Puducherry, adding 1,007 personnel to the force.
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Minister A. Namassivayam, on Monday (May 25, 2026), said decisions on Cabinet expansion, allocation of portfolios to Ministers and appointment of nominated MLAs in the Puducherry Legislative Assembly will be taken up soon by the BJP national leadership in consultation with Chief Minister N. Rangasamy.Speaking to reporters in Puducherry, he said expansion of the Union Territory’s Cabinet and allocation of portfolios to Ministers will happen soon. Referring to the electoral performance of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) in the Union Territory, Mr.
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