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Vij removes ‘minister’ tag from X bio, says don’t need it anymore

The Ambala Cantt legislator, however, said he dropped the minister tag as he wanted to connect with his followers beyond the ministerial role.

Published on: Sep 19, 2025, 06:48:10 IST
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Haryana cabinet minister Anil Vij has dropped the word “minister” from his X bio, triggering speculation of a possible rift within the state government.

Speaking to reporters at his residence, the seven-time MLA said that the change was made only to ensure his followers are connected with him as Anil Vij the person, not just as a minister.
Speaking to reporters at his residence, the seven-time MLA said that the change was made only to ensure his followers are connected with him as Anil Vij the person, not just as a minister.

The Ambala Cantt legislator, however, said he dropped the minister tag as he wanted to connect with his followers beyond the ministerial role.

Speaking to reporters at his residence, the seven-time MLA said that the change was made only to ensure his followers are connected with him as Anil Vij the person, not just as a minister.

“I have done this only for my viewers and followers as I want to connect with them as Anil Vij in person. That is why, I have removed my positions. It should not be linked to anything else. I will continue to look after my ministries as usual. There is no displeasure with the government,” Vij said.

The minister further said that people should follow him due to his name Anil Vij and not due to his ministership.

“I am active on Twitter and Facebook since I was not even holding any position,” he clarified.

 
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Bhavey Nagpal

Bhavey Nagpal is a staff correspondent based at Karnal. He reports on crime, politics, agriculture, health, railways and migration for northern Haryana districts. He has a special interest for heritage and human interest stories. He has reported extensively on farmer's agitation against the agricultural laws.

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