Union minister L. Murugan resigns from the Cabinet and Rajya Sabha to rebuild the BJP in Tamil Nadu
Union minister of state L. Murugan wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking to leave the Union Cabinet and said he wishes to return to grassroots work and strengthen the BJP in Tamil Nadu (The Hindu, NDTV, Times of India). He also gave up his Rajya Sabha seat (The Hindu, Aaj Tak). Hindustan Times describes him as a farmers' son and a former Tamil Nadu BJP chief.
He says he wants to strengthen the party in Tamil Nadu. The reports we reviewed do not say who takes over his ministry.
No direct effect. It matters if you follow Tamil Nadu politics or the Union Council of Ministers.
A minister leaving to work in his home state is a sign of party priorities. Watch who takes his portfolio and what role the BJP gives him in Tamil Nadu.
DailyDrop India edition No. 10 · Morning · WED., OCT. 14, 2026