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BJP Launches New National Team, J&K Left Out
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🗓 18 Aug 2026, 05:02 AM
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The Bharatiya Janata Party unveiled a new national team today, but players from Jammu & Kashmir were not selected.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) announced the formation of a new national team in a press conference held in New Delhi on Thursday. The party said the team will represent India in upcoming international competitions and will be selected through a rigorous talent‑scouting process.
BJP officials highlighted that the selection will be based on merit and performance in national tournaments, and that the team will be managed by a committee appointed by the party. They also mentioned that the team will receive government support and training facilities.
However, the announcement was met with disappointment in Jammu & Kashmir, where no players were named in the initial list. Local sports associations expressed concerns that the region’s talent might be overlooked.
The BJP’s move has sparked discussions about inclusivity in sports representation, with critics urging the party to ensure a fair selection process that includes athletes from all states.
BJP officials highlighted that the selection will be based on merit and performance in national tournaments, and that the team will be managed by a committee appointed by the party. They also mentioned that the team will receive government support and training facilities.
However, the announcement was met with disappointment in Jammu & Kashmir, where no players were named in the initial list. Local sports associations expressed concerns that the region’s talent might be overlooked.
The BJP’s move has sparked discussions about inclusivity in sports representation, with critics urging the party to ensure a fair selection process that includes athletes from all states.