Today in Politics: Ministers of non-BJP states to discuss ‘developmental and financial hurdles’

Non-BJP States Ministers likely to meet on May 30

Ministers from non-BJP states are set to meet on May 30. The meeting will discuss developmental and financial hurdles faced by non-BJP states. The meeting will be held in Kolkata and will be hosted by the West Bengal government. So far, it is not clear which states will be attending the meeting.

‘Non-BJP meet is against people's mandate’

The BJP has criticized the meeting, calling it "anti-people" and a violation of the "federal structure" of the country. The party has also accused the non-BJP states of trying to create a "parallel power center." However, the non-BJP states have defended the meeting, saying that it is necessary to discuss the issues faced by them. The non-BJP states have also said that they are not trying to create a "parallel power center," but are simply trying to find solutions to the problems faced by them.

Meeting to discuss GST compensation, other issues

The meeting is expected to discuss a range of issues, including the Goods and Services Tax (GST) compensation issue. The non-BJP states have been demanding that the Centre extend the GST compensation period beyond June 2022. The Centre has so far not agreed to this demand. The meeting is also likely to discuss other issues, such as the rising prices of fuel and essential commodities. The non-BJP states are likely to demand that the Centre take steps to control inflation.

Meeting comes ahead of 2024 general elections

The meeting comes ahead of the 2024 general elections. The non-BJP states are hoping that the meeting will help them to build a consensus on key issues. The meeting will also be an opportunity for the non-BJP states to show their strength and unity. The BJP is likely to closely monitor the meeting and will be looking to exploit any divisions among the non-BJP states.