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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Nangloi Jat, Raghuvinder Shokeen, was sworn in as a Cabinet minister in the Delhi government on Friday.
The oath was administered by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena during a ceremony at the Raj Niwas. Chief Minister Atishi and other Cabinet ministers were also present at the event.
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Taking to social media platform X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote, “Administered Oath of Office & Secrecy to Shri Raghuvinder Shokeen, as a Minister in GNCTD, in the presence of Hon’ble CM, Ms Atishi and other Cabinet Ministers.”
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He also extended his congratulations to Shokeen on this occasion.
Shokeen’s induction into the Delhi Cabinet took place on November 18, a day after Kailash Gahlot resigned from both AAP and the council of ministers.
AAP highlighted Shokeen’s rural Delhi roots and his track record as a dedicated public servant, emphasizing his background in civil engineering and extensive political experience.
The party expressed confidence in his ability to enhance the government’s outreach and governance.
A two-term MLA from the Nangloi Jat constituency, Shokeen previously served two terms as a councilor, further solidifying his reputation as an experienced leader.
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