As discussions on the Modi 3.0 Cabinet intensify, the BJP has drawn a firm line on key portfolios like Defence, Finance, Home, and Foreign Affairs, despite demands from allies for significant roles. Chandrababu Naidu’s TDP and Nitish Kumar’s JDU, with 16 and 12 seats respectively, seek prominent positions, including the Lok Sabha Speaker post and several cabinet ministries. Other allies like Shiv Sena and LJP also push for cabinet spots. With the BJP securing 240 seats, 32 short of the majority, accommodating allies while retaining control of core ministries is a critical balancing act.

As cabinet formation speculation heats up, sources reveal TDP's Chandrababu Naidu aims for 3-4 ministerial berths, prioritizing Andhra Pradesh's development. Naidu seeks MoS Finance and funds for Amravati. JD-U's Nitish Kumar eyes three cabinet berths, focusing on agriculture and rural development. BJP's ally LJP's Chirag Paswan expected to join cabinet, while Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde may secure ministerial positions. Jana Sena and JD-S also in contention. Praful Patel or Sunil Tatkare from NCP's Ajit Pawar faction may get consideration. Speculation arises ahead of Union Council of Ministers formation.

Despite Prime Minister Narendra Modi's extensive campaigning in Maharashtra, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) suffered defeats in the majority of the seats. Out of the 18 Lok Sabha constituencies where PM Modi held rallies, the NDA could only secure victories in three. The BJP's dismal performance in Maharashtra, winning just nine seats out of 23 compared to 2019's 23, poses a significant concern ahead of state polls. Despite PM Modi's efforts, the NDA's failure to win in seats where he campaigned reflects a noteworthy setback for the alliance in the state.

Following Naveen Patnaik's resignation as Odisha's longest-serving Chief Minister, the BJP gears up to select his successor. Speculations abound as BJP leaders stress on an 'Odia son or daughter' to lead the state. Names in contention include Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and former IAS officer Girish Murmu. The party plans to nominate two deputy chief ministers to ensure regional and caste representation. A parliamentary board meeting is scheduled to discuss the issue, with the swearing-in of the new CM slated for June 10. Odisha anticipates the appointment amid a transition in leadership.

Following the Lok Sabha election results, TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu is set to demand Special Category Status for Andhra Pradesh, key Cabinet berths, and funds for the Amaravati capital project. TDP's strong performance, winning 16 of 17 contested seats, makes it a crucial NDA ally. Naidu, reaffirming his commitment to the NDA, seeks portfolios for his son Nara Lokesh and aims to restart Amaravati's development. Additionally, he will push for funds to complete the Polavaram project and request central investigations into alleged corruption by the previous state government led by Jagan Mohan Reddy.

With the BJP falling short of a majority, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to demand at least four Cabinet berths, early state polls, and increased central funds for Bihar. The JD(U), with 12 MPs, has become crucial for the BJP-led NDA to form the government. Kumar aims for portfolios like railways, rural development, and water resources to boost state infrastructure projects. Additionally, he is pushing for early assembly polls within six months and higher central funds to support Bihar's socio-economic initiatives, including the Bihar Laghu Udhyami Yojana, to aid 9.4 million poor families.

Odisha's outgoing Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, leader of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), said the party should not be ashamed of its 24-year rule despite the recent election loss. Patnaik highlighted the progress made during his tenure, noting a significant reduction in poverty and improvements in education, health, and agriculture. The BJP won 78 of the 147 Assembly seats, ending BJD's long rule. Patnaik resigned after the results, and the BJP is set to form the state government for the first time.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to hasten the government formation process following the Lok Sabha election results. During a National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting in Delhi, Kumar stressed the need for swift action, while both leaders emphasized the importance of rapid government establishment. The BJP-led NDA secured 292 seats, with Modi expected to be sworn in for a third term on June 8. The alliance partners unanimously endorsed Modi as their leader, formalizing the decision with a proposal signed by 21 NDA members.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be sworn in for his third consecutive term this weekend. Modi has invited key regional leaders, including Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina, Nepal's Pushpa Kamal Dahal, Mauritius's Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, Sri Lanka's Ranil Wickremesinghe, and Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, to attend the ceremony. Modi expressed gratitude for their congratulations on the NDA's electoral success. In separate calls and social media posts, he reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with these nations, highlighting the importance of regional cooperation and shared prosperity.

The INDIA bloc met at Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge's residence to discuss government formation and future strategies. Kharge emphasized the coalition's commitment to respecting the people's desire to not be ruled by the BJP. "We will take appropriate steps at the appropriate time to realize the people's desire not to be ruled by the BJP's government," he said. The bloc's joint statement declared a mandate against PM Modi and promised to fight the BJP's "fascist rule." Leaders from various parties, including DMK, JMM, NCP, and SP, attended the crucial meeting.