{
  "id": 52077,
  "title": "Fadnavis likely to be made Education Minister, claims Raut",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/fadnavis-likely-to-be-made-education-minister-claims-raut",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-02T17:17:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/maharashtra/fadnavis-likely-to-be-made-education-minister-claims-raut/article71298386.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut stated that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis could potentially join the Union Cabinet to assume the role of Education Minister. During a media briefing on August 2, 2026, Raut revealed that discussions have occurred between Prime Minister Modi and Fadnavis, with the Prime Minister believing that the country requires a knowledgeable and experienced administrator for the education department. According to Raut, Fadnavis is seen as the best candidate for the position, as he possesses the necessary qualities to become a highly effective Education Minister in the nation. The Education Minister's portfolio is crucial in shaping the future of millions of young people, but currently, the responsibility remains vacant. Raut emphasized that Fadnavis is likely to be appointed to the Human Resource Development Ministry, which is one of the top five important departments in the Central Government. The speculation surrounding Fadnavis' potential move to the Union Cabinet intensified after he visited New Delhi to address student protests at Jantar Mantar.",
  "summary": "Sena (UBT) leader says PM and Chief Minister have held discussions in this regard",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "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."
}