Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a message on X congratulating all the newly appointed office bearers who have been given fresh responsibilities within the BJP's national team. The post comes soon after the party carried out a major reshuffle of its national executive.
What the Prime Minister said
In his post, Modi extended warm wishes to every colleague who has taken up a new role in the party. He described the newly formed team as one that combines deep organisational experience with strong grassroots connections, noting that seasoned hands sit alongside workers who remain closely linked to people on the ground. He expressed confidence that the team would work with complete dedication to take the party's mission forward.
Why the team was reshuffled
The post followed an announcement by BJP national president Nitin Navin, who unveiled a new national executive with several fresh faces handed different responsibilities. Amit Malviya, who has been heading the party's IT cell, has been left out of the new line-up. This is not the first organisational move Navin has made this year; in June he held a large meeting of office bearers where he instructed them to stay overnight in the areas they visit during their tours and to strengthen the party's organisation right down to the booth level. The latest reshuffle is being seen as a continuation of that same push to tighten the party machinery.
Other leaders react
Besides the Prime Minister, several BJP ministers and senior leaders also sent congratulatory messages to the new team. Leader Madan Rathore said the arrival of the new office bearers would help carry the party to fresh heights. Meanwhile, leader Shahzad Poonawalla, commenting on what is being called Team Nitin Navin, said it consists entirely of dedicated workers and reflects a good balance.
Shahzad Poonawalla steps down
On the same day, another major development emerged: Shahzad Poonawalla resigned from all his positions within the BJP. He clarified that he was leaving the party but not turning his back on its ideology or on any individual within it. The resignation came right after the new team was announced, sparking discussion in political circles.
How people reacted online
Reactions to the Prime Minister's post were mixed on social media. While several users welcomed the new team and backed the party's organisational decision, others raised concerns about shortages of teachers and facilities in government schools, along with questions about the election process.
