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BJP appoints Vinod Tawde as Uttar Pradesh in‑charge after Bihar victory
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🗓 19 Aug 2026, 12:48 PM
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The BJP has named senior leader Vinod Tawde as the party's in‑charge of Uttar Pradesh, highlighting his role in the recent Bihar win.
The Bharatiya Janata Party announced that veteran leader Vinod Tawde will assume charge of Uttar Pradesh, a move that underscores his contribution to the party's recent triumph in Bihar.
Tawde, a seasoned politician from Maharashtra and former state minister, is expected to steer organisational activities, candidate selection and campaign strategy as the party gears up for upcoming state elections.
Party insiders say the appointment aims to replicate the successful formula employed in Bihar across other key states, hoping to solidify BJP's foothold in the politically decisive Uttar Pradesh.
The decision comes ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, where Uttar Pradesh commands the highest number of parliamentary seats.
Tawde, a seasoned politician from Maharashtra and former state minister, is expected to steer organisational activities, candidate selection and campaign strategy as the party gears up for upcoming state elections.
Party insiders say the appointment aims to replicate the successful formula employed in Bihar across other key states, hoping to solidify BJP's foothold in the politically decisive Uttar Pradesh.
The decision comes ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, where Uttar Pradesh commands the highest number of parliamentary seats.