Frequent foreign trips by senior official stir quiet power games

WHO IS THIS top state functionary who has kept the power brokers guessing about his next move? The man has maintained a curious silence despite being linked to several political realignments. Those close to him say he is listening to the ground. He had earlier been rumoured to be eyeing the gubernatorial seat in his county. His critics, however, say the man is allegedly confused on whether to continue serving or launch his political campaigns for a possible comeback.

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A SENIOR GOVERNMENT official’s frequent international engagements have started raising eyebrows within the key ministry he serves in. Why? There are rumours that the trips double as platforms for strategic networking beyond official duties. Whispers in the corridors hint that the official is allegedly torn between loyalty to his current role and his personal ambitions for the future. He is uncertain if he will be retained in the same position after the next election.

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A SECTION OF influential leaders from a vote-rich region has suddenly toned down its public criticism against the powers that be. Are they sensing something? Well, those in the know whisper that silence is strategic, they are buying time as they reorganise ahead of a decisive political push. We are told there is an intense mobilisation ongoing on the ground to win back masses. The group is understandably also planning a delegation to the house at the hill to make their stand known.

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A PROMINENT CITY businessman who had kept a distance from politics is back in the mix. The man has been attending high-level meetings organised by politicians allied to a particular political camp, sending mixed signals about his next move. His re-emergence has sparked speculation about possible new alignments. Our small bird says he allegedly has already announced that he doesn’t want to make a mistake this time around. 

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