L Murugan Resumes His Role in Information and Broadcasting

BJP leader L Murugan has resumed his position as Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting. Welcomed by I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju, Murugan will act as a communication bridge between the government and the public. In addition, he will handle Parliamentary Affairs in the Rajya Sabha.

BJP leader L Murugan assumed charge as Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting on Tuesday. He emphasized the crucial role played by the ministry in bridging communication between the government and the public.

Welcoming Murugan, I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju and other senior officials highlighted his prior experience in the same role. Murugan expressed gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his continued trust. Besides his new role, he will manage Parliamentary Affairs, particularly floor management in the Rajya Sabha.

In the previous Lok Sabha elections, Murugan contested from Nilgiris constituency but was defeated by DMK nominee and former telecom minister A Raja by over 2.4 lakh votes.