Six BJP chief ministers attend BRICS meet while opposition states stay away

Six chief ministers from BJP‑ruled states turned up for the BRICS meeting, whereas states governed by opposition parties did not send any representatives. The gathering brought together state leaders to discuss the bloc’s joint initiatives and regional cooperation. Organisers noted the attendance gap but did not comment on the reasons for the opposition states' absence. The presence of the six BJP chief ministers underscored the ruling party’s interest in influencing the BRICS agenda at the sub‑national level. No statements from opposition leaders were recorded during the event.