BJP President Race: After the 2024 General Elections, the BJP is now focused on strengthening its foothold in South India. The party’s leadership is considering appointing a leader to the president’s position who can effectively tackle this challenge. As a result, leaders from South India have moved ahead in the race.
South Mission of BJP: The term of the current national president, JP Nadda, is about to end, and discussions are ongoing about who will be the next BJP president. Three prominent leaders from South India are said to be leading in this race. This decision will be crucial for the party, as after the 2024 General Elections, BJP is focusing on strengthening its presence in South India. It will be interesting to see how the party surprises the public with its choice. Here, we tell you which leaders are ahead in the race.
G. Kishan Reddy: In fact, three names are leading in the race for the BJP President position. The first name is G. Kishan Reddy. Currently serving as the Union Minister of Coal, Reddy is considered a prominent leader from Telangana. He has previously served as the President of the Telangana BJP and has been active in organizational work. Reddy hails from the OBC community, and his strong hold on the party organization makes him a strong contender in this race. In the recent elections in Telangana, BJP showcased its presence, with Reddy playing a strategic role in the party’s efforts.
Bandi Sanjay Kumar: is another major name in the race for the BJP President position. He is currently serving as the Union Minister of State for Home Affairs. Bandi Sanjay is the Member of Parliament from Karimnagar in Telangana and is known for strengthening Hindutva politics in the state. As the state president, he led several aggressive movements that gave BJP a new identity in Telangana. His organizational skills at the grassroots level and popularity among party workers have placed him as a strong contender in the race.
Prahlad Joshi: The third major contender is Prahlad Joshi, who is currently serving as the Union Minister of Consumer Affairs. Hailing from Karnataka, Joshi belongs to the Brahmin community and is considered a senior leader in the party. After BJP lost power in Karnataka, the party is now strategizing to regain control in the state. Joshi’s experience and his strong coordination with the government make him a strong candidate in the race for BJP President.
Why Only South Indian Candidates?
While the BJP has strengthened its position in North and West India, South India remains a challenge. The party needs to expand further in Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala. In South Indian states, BJP’s vote share still lags behind Congress and regional parties. In such a scenario, the party leadership aims to strengthen its presence in the region by appointing a South Indian leader. This would send a positive message to local voters and increase the chances of expanding the party’s influence.
Challenges for New Leadership
The new BJP president will face the challenge of strengthening the organization, not just in South India, but across the entire country. The party will have to solidify its position in the Northeast, where it still needs to gain acceptance among many communities. Additionally, advancing youth leadership and enhancing the party’s digital strategy will be crucial tasks. After the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, the future direction of the party’s strategy and leadership will be decided through this election. In Gujarat, the term of the regional president has ended, and after CR Patil became a minister, he has been coordinating between Delhi and Gujarat. A new name for the regional president in Gujarat is likely to be announced soon.
Source: Zee24 Kalak
