Arjun Ram Meghwal, a senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, took charge as the new Law Minister of India on Tuesday. He was sworn in by President Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Meghwal, who is a member of the Lok Sabha from Bikaner, Rajasthan, is a retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer. He has held several ministerial positions in the past, including Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, and Minister of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation.
In his new role, Meghwal will be responsible for overseeing the Ministry of Law and Justice, which is responsible for drafting and implementing laws in India. He will also be responsible for the functioning of the Supreme Court and the High Courts.
Meghwal is a close confidant of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is seen as a rising star in the BJP. He is known for his clean image and his commitment to public service.
In his acceptance speech, Meghwal said that he was committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is delivered to all citizens of India. He also said that he would work to make the legal system more accessible and affordable for the poor and marginalized.
Meghwal’s appointment as Law Minister is seen as a positive development by many legal experts. They believe that his experience and his commitment to justice will be an asset to the country.
Arjun Ram Meghwal’s Ministerial Positions:
| Ministerial Position | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|
| Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs | 26 May 2014 | 30 July 2017 |
| Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises | 30 July 2017 | 30 July 2019 |
| Minister of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation | 30 July 2017 | 30 July 2019 |
| Minister of State for Culture | 30 July 2019 | 26 May 2023 |
| Minister of Law and Justice | 26 May 2023 | Present |
Arjun Ram Meghwal’s Educational Qualifications:
| Degree | Institution |
|---|---|
| Master of Arts in Political Science | Government Dungar College, Bikaner |
| Bachelor of Laws | Government Dungar College, Bikaner |
| Master of Business Administration | University of the Philippines |
Arjun Ram Meghwal’s Accomplishments:
- Elected to the Lok Sabha in 2009, 2014, and 2019
- Served as Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, Minister of State for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises, Minister of State for Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, and Minister of State for Culture
- Appointed as Law Minister in 2023
Arjun Ram Meghwal’s Goals as Law Minister:
- Uphold the rule of law
- Ensure that justice is delivered to all citizens of India
- Make the legal system more accessible and affordable for the poor and marginalized
Here are some of the reactions to Meghwal’s appointment:
:Kiren Rijiju congratulates Arjun Ram Meghwal on his new appointment as Law Minister:
- Pranab Mukherjee, former President of India: “I congratulate Arjun Ram Meghwal on his appointment as Law Minister. I am confident that he will serve the country with distinction.”
- Arun Jaitley, former Finance Minister of India: “Arjun Ram Meghwal is a seasoned politician and a capable administrator. I am confident that he will do a great job as Law Minister.”
- Harish Salve, senior advocate: “Arjun Ram Meghwal is a man of integrity and commitment. I am confident that he will uphold the rule of law and ensure that justice is delivered to all citizens of India.”
Arjun Ram Meghwal is a welcome addition to the Modi cabinet. He is a capable and experienced leader who is committed to public service. I am confident that he will serve the country with distinction as Law Minister.
