A statement by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has fueled political discussions from Maharashtra to Delhi. During a program in Nagpur, Nitin Gadkari said that now he is not able to work as much as before. He believes that now the time has come to give responsibility to the new generation. Nitin Gadkari said, “I have been working for 30 years, now it is the turn of the new generation. The time has come to give them the responsibility.”

This statement of Nitin Gadkari has come at a time when many discussions are going on at the Center regarding cabinet reshuffle and politics of Maharashtra. However, Gadkari has not made any direct announcement in his statement about quitting the ministerial post or retiring from active politics. Therefore, his statement is currently being seen only as a political signal.

Nitin Gadkari said- 'Now the new generation should get a chance'

Nitin Gadkari mentioned his long public life in the 'Eklavya Ekal Vidyalaya Teacher-Supervisor Training Class' program in Nagpur. He said that he has been continuously active in public life for almost three decades. During this period, I got many different experiences and also saw many ups and downs.

Gadkari said, “I have been working continuously in public life for almost 30 years. I have seen a lot in this journey and have been honored many times. But now I feel that I cannot work as much as before. Now is the time to hand over the responsibility to the new generation. The older generation should stay ahead and guide them.”

This statement has now become the biggest reason for discussion. The question is arising whether Gadkari is preparing to limit his role in the coming times.

Is the statement to cabinet reshuffle?

Nitin Gadkari's statement has come at a time when there is discussion in political circles regarding a possible cabinet reshuffle at the Centre. For this reason, his 'new generation' statement is being linked to political change.

There is a stir in the politics of Maharashtra at this time. There has also been speculation about Devendra Fadnavis joining central politics. In such a situation, Gadkari's statement handing over the responsibility to the new generation is giving further fuel to these discussions. But it is too early to say whether Gadkari is going to step down as minister or retire from politics. There is no such direct announcement in his statement.

Nitin Gadkari remembered the old days of politics

Nitin Gadkari also shared memories of the early days of his political journey. He told that at that time the resources for the party's work were very limited. Sometimes the workers would come out on bicycles and sometimes on scooters.

Refreshing his old memories, he said, “In the initial period, we used to go for party work on bicycles and scooters. At that time, one of our acquaintances had an Ambassador car. Whenever a big leader came to the airport, we made arrangements for his car, so we made that car owner the party president. I had an old Luna which used to make the sound of 'Ku-Ku'. Later, Vijay scooter came, on which four of us used to sit crammed and ride to escape from the police.” The person behind used to hide the number plate with his hand.”

Lifestyle changed after Covid, fitness mantra for youth

Talking about his health, Gadkari admitted that his eating habits were very bad during his youth. It had become his habit to often sleep after eating samosas in the evening. However, after the Covid pandemic, he made his health his first priority.

Giving advice on health, he said, “After Corona, I started taking care of my health. Now I wake up every morning and do pranayam and workout for two and a half hours. My personal trainer makes me exercise. All you youth should also do exercise and pranayam for at least half an hour every day to stay healthy.”

What is the real meaning of Nitin Gadkari's statement?

At present, Nitin Gadkari's statement cannot be directly termed as political retirement or announcement of leaving the post of minister. Considering his age, long public life and workload, he has talked about bringing forward the new generation. Still, the timing of the statement is making it very special. Amidst the discussion of change at the Center and the ongoing speculation about Fadnavis in Maharashtra, this message of Gadkari will definitely be a main part of the political debate in the coming days.