All 28 Chief Ministers Converge at Historic NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi

The meeting witnessed a full representation of state leadership, including Chief Ministers from newly elected governments following the early 2026 assembly election victories. The discussions were anchored on key pillars of inclusive human development, with a sharp focus on skills development, employment generation, public health, and social equity, all directed toward the long-term national objective of the “Developed India 2047” vision.

The gathering marked a significant departure from earlier instances of political divergence, where opposition-led states had previously boycotted similar forums. This time, the Council reflected a unified administrative presence, featuring new political leadership figures such as West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Their participation signaled a renewed phase of engagement between the Centre and the states.

The meeting also highlighted emerging priorities in governance, including the adoption of artificial intelligence in public administration and the implementation of district-level performance tracking systems to improve development outcomes. The overall tone of the deliberations pointed toward enhanced cooperative federalism and data-driven governance strategies.

The session concluded with a strong emphasis on aligning national and state-level efforts to accelerate socio-economic transformation, reinforcing the importance of collective decision-making in achieving long-term developmental goals.