The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Punjab has taken a significant step towards the forthcoming municipal corporation elections by appointing key leaders as in-charges and co-incharges for several important cities. While the official schedule for the civic polls is still awaited from the state election commission, the party has moved swiftly to put its organizational machinery in place.
Strategic Appointments Across Key Cities
The party has entrusted senior leaders with the responsibility of steering the campaign in crucial urban centers. For Hoshiarpur, the BJP has appointed senior leader and former minister Manoranjan Kalia as the in-charge, with Sushil Sharma serving as the co-incharge. This move signals the party's intent to focus on experienced hands in the region.
In another significant appointment, former MP Sushil Rinku has been given the responsibility for Kapurthala. He will be assisted by co-incharge Anil Sachar, indicating a balanced team approach for the constituency.
Complete List of City-Wise Leadership
The BJP's state unit has made a series of appointments covering major municipal corporations. The list includes seasoned politicians and local faces to strengthen the party's ground presence.
For Moga, K D Bhandari has been named the in-charge and Jatinder Mittal will be his co-incharge. In Pathankot, the party has appointed Rajesh Bagha as in-charge and Rajesh Honey as co-incharge, aiming to consolidate its position in the border district.
The crucial Mohali district will see Harminder Jassi leading as the in-charge, with Pushpinder Singla as the co-incharge. For Bathinda, Jiwan Gupta will be the in-charge, and Mona Jaiswal will take on the role of co-incharge, highlighting the party's focus on women leadership.
In Abohar, Manjit Singh Rai has been named the in-charge and D P Chandan will serve as the co-incharge, rounding off the list of key appointments for the upcoming electoral battle.
Gearing Up for the Civic Polls
These appointments are a clear indication that the Punjab BJP is leaving no stone unturned in its preparation for the municipal elections. By assigning specific leaders to oversee the campaigns in these urban local bodies, the party aims to streamline its strategy and outreach. The selection of a mix of former ministers, ex-MPs, and local leaders suggests a calculated effort to leverage both experience and grassroots connect.
The move is seen as part of the BJP's broader strategy to strengthen its footprint in Punjab's urban landscape. With the election schedule yet to be announced, the party has gained an early mover advantage by setting its teams in place, allowing them ample time for constituency management and voter outreach.
