From Grassroots to the Rajya Sabha: The Rise of B L Verma

B L Verma, once a common BJP worker from Uttar Pradesh's Lodh community, has risen to serve as a Union Minister of State. Influenced by former state chief minister Kalyan Singh, Verma's political journey saw him become vice-president in BJP’s state organization, and later, a Rajya Sabha member and Union Minister.


PTI | Lucknow | Updated: 09-06-2024 22:14 IST | Created: 09-06-2024 22:14 IST
From Grassroots to the Rajya Sabha: The Rise of B L Verma
B L Verma
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B L Verma's ascent from grassroots politics to a seat in the Rajya Sabha exemplifies a narrative of dedication and strategic positioning within the BJP. Hailing from Budaun's Lodh community, Verma was initially inspired by the late Kalyan Singh to enter politics.

His commitment and leadership skills didn't go unnoticed; he was eventually appointed vice-president of the BJP's state organization and later chaired the UP State Construction and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited, gaining the status of Minister of State in 2018.

The trajectory of Verma's career saw him elected to the Rajya Sabha in November 2020, followed by his inclusion in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet as a minister of state within a year.

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