Putting an end to speculation swirling around the BJP's organisation in Haryana, state president Dr. Archana Gupta has made the party's position plain. During her visit to Jind, she stated unambiguously that no changes have been made regarding the current district presidents and that each of them will keep working in their respective posts just as before.
A clear stand on reshuffle rumours
Dr. Archana Gupta stressed that the 12 years of the BJP government have stood for public trust, good governance and development. She described these twelve years as the result of Narendra Modi's hard penance and labour, adding that the tenure has been devoted to uplifting the poor, farmers, women and the deprived sections. Asked about a possible reshuffle of district chiefs, her answer was direct, that no such step is being taken in the organisation at present.
Visited often as a daughter-in-law, first time as president
When the state president arrived in Jind on Monday, BJP workers gave her a grand welcome. Speaking to reporters, she shared a personal note as well. She said she had come to Jind several times as a daughter-in-law, but this was her first visit after taking charge as state president. The purpose of the trip, she explained, was to connect with party workers and to review organisational activities.
Push to bring women into the leadership mainstream
Responding to a question about the opportunities the party is offering women, she said the BJP is working to bring women into the mainstream of leadership. She pointed out that 33 percent participation for women has been ensured in the organisation, and that it is being put into effect efficiently at both the state and the central level. She expressed confidence that in the coming days an even larger number of women MPs and MLAs would be elected from the BJP.
Remarks on the new Women's Commission chief
Referring to the appointment to the post of chairperson of the Women's Commission, Dr. Archana Gupta praised the work of former chairperson Renu Bhatia. She said Renu Bhatia had done commendable work for four and a half years, and that the new chairperson, Usha Priyadarshi, would now work for the welfare of women with the same dedication. Her arrival in Jind drew special enthusiasm among workers, who welcomed her at several places.
Claim of forming a government in Punjab
Earlier, on Saturday, the state president had toured Jagadhri. There she had voiced confidence that the BJP would form a government in Punjab and would give the state development, transparent governance and welfare benefits as well, just like the ones people receive in Haryana. Addressing a felicitation ceremony in Jagadhri, she said that unlike many other political parties, the BJP stays active in public service and nation-building even after the elections are over. On reaching Yamunanagar, she was welcomed by party workers and by representatives of various social organisations too.
