As many as 51 Ministers will be sworn in on Friday. Moreover, sources revealed that BJP will continue the precedent of having two Deputy Chief Ministers in the state. While Dinesh Sharma might be dropped as the DyCM, sources indicated that Keshav Prasad Maurya might retain his post. The latter suffered a shock defeat in Sirathu at the hands of Union Minister Anupriya Patel’s sister and Apna Dal (K) candidate Pallavi Patel.
As per sources, 22-24 Cabinet Ministers, 13-14 Ministers with Independent Charge and 12 Ministers of State are likely to be administered the oath of office and secrecy by UP Governor Anandiben Patel. 5 women leaders are also set to be a part of the Council of Ministers, sources added. Meanwhile, sources also hinted that UP BJP president Swatantra Dev Singh will be included in the Cabinet. Later at night, the CM will host dinner for all new Ministers and top BJP leaders at his residence in Lucknow.
