Nitin Gadkari Condemns Caste-Based Politics, Calls for Equality

The Union Minister emphasized merit over caste, religion, or gender, urging leaders to reject divisive practices even at electoral costs.

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari spoke against caste-based politics during a convocation ceremony in Nagpur, emphasizing that a person's value is determined by their qualities, not caste, religion, or gender.
Gadkari declared he would not compromise on this principle, even if it negatively impacts his electoral prospects, stating, 'Jo karega jaat ki baat, uske kass ke marunga laat.'
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi praised Gadkari’s remarks, urging other BJP leaders to adopt similar views to promote social unity.
Gadkari highlighted the importance of education and entrepreneurship, encouraging students to become job creators rather than job seekers.
He also commended a trust led by IPS officer Sandeep Tamgadge for its efforts in combating sickle cell disease and thalassemia among marginalized communities in Maharashtra.