Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary Still Without Permanent Lucknow Residence After Month as UP BJP Chief
Union Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary has completed more than a month as the Bharatiya Janata Party's Uttar Pradesh unit president. However, he still lacks a permanent place to live in Lucknow. The minister has spent only a few days at the party's state headquarters in the city since taking charge.
Constant Travel Between Delhi and UP Regional Offices
Chaudhary maintains a demanding schedule. He frequently travels to different regional headquarters across Uttar Pradesh as part of his new political responsibility. Simultaneously, he must return to the national capital for his ministerial duties. This constant movement has delayed his settlement in Lucknow.
During his brief visits to Lucknow, Chaudhary currently stays at a government guesthouse. This arrangement presents practical challenges. The guesthouse often becomes crowded with visitors and party workers. This influx causes inconvenience to other guests staying at the facility.
BJP Seeks Independent Accommodation for Party Work
The BJP leadership recognizes the need for a better solution. Party officials are now actively searching for an independent residential accommodation for Chaudhary in Lucknow. A private residence would serve multiple purposes.
Key benefits of a permanent home would include:
- Providing a stable base for the state party president
- Creating a dedicated space to meet with workers and visitors
- Reducing disruption at government guest facilities
- Enhancing operational efficiency for party activities
The party wants to ensure Chaudhary has a proper setting to conduct his political work effectively. A permanent address in the state capital is considered essential for his role as UP BJP chief.
Army Leadership Reshuffle Anticipated
In separate developments, significant changes appear imminent in the Indian Army's senior leadership. Two Army commanders are scheduled to retire within the next two months. This situation necessitates a major reshuffle among top military positions.
Defense establishment sources indicate that two new Army commanders will be appointed. Additionally, changes in other key appointments at the highest levels are expected. Multiple names are currently under consideration within South Block, which houses the Ministry of Defence.
The final decision regarding these military appointments remains pending. Officials are carefully evaluating various candidates before making announcements.
