Nitin Gadkari hinted at a larger role in 2029, framing his past contributions as a mere "news reel" compared to the "real film" yet to come. He emphasized party loyalty and his commitment to assigned duties, while prioritizing initiatives to prevent farmer suicides in Vidarbha. Gadkari also cited population growth as a barrier to India's economic progress.
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