BJP is considering venues like Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Ramlila Maidan, or banks of the Yamuna for a grand oath-taking ceremony after PM Modi's return from overseas. The ceremony will likely feature over 200 MPs, notable party workers, and key leaders. Discussions are ongoing about appointing a deputy CM, with the new government's formation expected post-February 16.
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