BJP to Elect New National President by July 21; State Leadership Overhaul in 10 States Also Expected

New Delhi, June 12 – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to elect its new national president by July 21, just ahead of the Monsoon Session of Parliament. According to top party sources, the selection process for new state unit presidents in 10 states will begin next week, followed closely by the national leadership transition.

Current BJP president JP Nadda’s extended term concluded in June 2024. Nadda, now a Union minister, has held a dual role for months. To avoid confusion ahead of the Bihar assembly elections, party leaders are expediting the appointment of his successor.

State-Level Changes First, Then National President

The selection of state unit chiefs is expected to be completed by June 21, paving the way for the national president’s election. Senior leaders have confirmed that informal consultations are already underway, and no further delay is expected.

Top Contenders for BJP President

Eight prominent names are being considered for the post:

• Shivraj Singh Chouhan – Former MP CM, top Sangh choice, strong OBC face.

• Sunil Bansal – Key UP strategist with strong RSS ties.

• Dharmendra Pradhan – Union Education Minister, OBC leader, close to Modi-Shah.

• Raghubar Das – Former Jharkhand CM, deep grassroots connect.

• Smriti Irani – Union minister, strong national appeal, women leader.

• Vanathi Srinivasan – BJP Mahila Morcha head, known for Tamil Nadu expansion.

• Tamilisai Soundararajan – Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief, governor experience.

• D. Purandeswari – Andhra BJP chief, key face in Telugu states.

Election Process and Future Outlook

As per the BJP Constitution, the president serves a three-year term, with a maximum of two terms. The new president will lead the party through 12 crucial elections during their tenure.

With momentum building and state appointments nearing finalization, the BJP’s central leadership is preparing for a significant reshuffle, aimed at rejuvenating the organization before the next round of electoral challenges.