{
  "id": 3230107,
  "title": "'Can’t Work Much...': Nitin Gadkari's Remarks On Giving Chance To 'New Generation' Sparks Retirement Buzz - VIDEO",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/cant-work-much-nitin-gadkaris-remarks-on-giving-chance-to-new",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T08:27:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/india/cant-work-much-nitin-gadkaris-remarks-on-giving-chance-to-new-generation-sparks-retirement-buzz-video"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Union Transportation and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently stated that he finds it difficult to work due to his long tenure in public service, spanning three decades. Speaking at a teacher-training event in Nagpur, Gadkari expressed his belief that the new generation should be given opportunities to contribute to governance. Despite his comments, Gadkari has not confirmed any plans to retire from active politics or leave the Union Cabinet.\n\nThe minister highlighted the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on his lifestyle, noting his shift towards discipline and daily yoga practices. He emphasized the importance of good health, stating that without it, one's position and power are diminished. Gadkari also raised concerns about rising farmer suicides and pledged to continue advocating for farmers' welfare in the future. Elected to Modi's cabinet in 2014, Gadkari has faced criticism over his endorsement of the E20 ethanol-blended petrol policy.",
  "summary": "New Delhi: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari's remarks about giving the \"new generation\" a chance have sparked speculation regarding his retirement amid reports of a possible rejig in the Modi cabinet. “I have been continuously working in public life for the last 30 years. I have seen many ups and downs and received many awards. But I can’t work much now; the new…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Hindustan Times",
        "title": "'Nothing to do with politics': Nitin Gadkari clarifies amid retirement buzz over 'can't work much now' remark",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/nothing-to-do-with-politics-nitin-gadkari-clarifies-amid-retirement",
        "published": "2026-08-25T10:18:52.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}