Day after unveiling 'Team Nitin Nabin', BJP names in-charges for poll-bound UP, Punjab & Gujarat
The BJP has appointed new state in-charges for upcoming elections in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat following a broader reorganization of its national office-bearers. These appointments are part of the party's strategy to prepare for state-level polls and maintain its political influence.
Why it matters
These strategic appointments signal the BJP's focus on key regional battlegrounds ahead of upcoming electoral cycles.
NEW DELHI: The BJP on Tuesday appointed state in-charges for poll-bound Uttar Pradesh and Punjab, which will vote early next year.In Uttar Pradesh, where the saffron party will seek a third consecutive term, BJP national president Nitin Nabin appointed national general secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Vinod Tawde as the state in-charge, with national secretary Jagdish Ishwarbhai Patel serving as his co-incharge.In Punjab, where the ruling AAP and the opposition Congress are the main contenders, BJP national general secretary and Rajya Sabha member Satish Poonia has been appointed the sole in-charge.In Gujarat, Rajya Sabha MP and BJP national headquarters in-charge Tarun Chugh has been appointed as the state in-charge.
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