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Politics

President Murmu accepts Minister L Murugan's resignation

Reported by The Economic Times 15 Oct 2026, 6:29 pm IST 1 min read

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L Murugan has resigned from the Union Council of Ministers to focus on strengthening the BJP in Tamil Nadu. President Droupadi Murmu accepted his resignation on Thursday after Murugan expressed his intentions. His resignation raises speculation about a possible reshuffle within the Union Cabinet.

Earlier, he submitted his resignation on Tuesday, emphasizing the significance of his return. This decision indicates his commitment to enhancing the party's presence in the state.

Read the full report on The Economic Times

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Section: Politics
Places: Tamil Nadu
First reported by: The Economic Times
Reporter: et online
Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026, 6:29 pm IST
Coverage: One outlet so far

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