BJP MP Suresh Gopi expresses reluctance for cabinet berth, says I want to act in films
New Delhi: BJP MP Suresh Gopi, recently inducted into the Union Cabinet as Minister of State (MoS), has expressed his desire to get relieved from the Cabinet.
Gopi, representing Kerala, conveyed his reluctance just hours after the swearing-in ceremony of the third Modi Government.
Gopi, known for his background as an actor-turned-politician, had campaigned during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on the promise of advocating for a Union Minister for Thrissur, citing it as "Modi's guarantee".
However, following his appointment, he revealed his preference to focus on his role as an MP rather than hold a Cabinet position.
Speaking to Malayalam TV channels in Delhi, Gopi stated, "I want to work as an MP. My stand was that I didn’t want it (Cabinet berth). I had told (the party) that I was not interested in it (Cabinet berth). I think I will be relieved soon."
Throughout his campaign, Gopi had reiterated his passion for acting and affirmed his intention to continue his involvement in the film industry alongside his political responsibilities.
The BJP's decision to nominate Gopi for a Cabinet position marked a significant milestone for the party in Kerala, where he secured victory in the Thrissur Lok Sabha seat with a considerable majority. Gopi's induction into the Cabinet was seen as a strategic move by the BJP to strengthen its presence in the state.
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Allen, Raghuvanshi, Green power KKR to 29-run win over GT
Kolkata (PTI): Finn Allen blasted a 35-ball 93, while Angkrish Raghuvanshi hit an unbeaten 44-ball 82 as Kolkata Knight Riders kept their playoff hopes alive with a 29-run win over Gujarat Titans in the IPL match here on Saturday.
Sent in to bat, Allen went on a six-hitting spree, smashing 10 maximums and four boundaries to add 95 off 41 balls with Raghuvanshi (82).
Raghuvanshi then shared another 108 off 53 balls with Cameron Green (52 not out) to power KKR to a challenging 247 for 2.
In reply, GT could manage 218-4, riding on skipper Shubman Gill's 49-ball 85 and a 35-ball 57 from Jos Buttler. Opener Sai Sudarsan was retired hurt but returned to make a 28-ball 53 not out.
Sunil Narine (2/29) claimed two wickets and Saurabh Dubey snapped one for KKR.
For GT, Mohammed Siraj (1/50), Sai Kishore (1/38) were the wicket-takers.
Brief Score:
KKR: 247 for 2 in 20 overs (Finn Allen 93, Angkrish Raghuvanshi 82 not out, Camero Green 52 not out; Mohammed Siraj 1/50).
GT: 218 for 4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 85, Sunil Narine 2/29).
