Why is BJP Celebrating Nitin Nabin's Nomination for National President?
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Key Takeaways
- Nitin Nabin is poised to become the youngest National President of the BJP.
- The nomination reflects the party's commitment to grassroots leadership.
- A large number of young party workers are actively involved in the nomination process.
- The BJP emphasizes internal democracy and merit-based leadership.
- Senior leaders from across the country are expected to attend the nomination event.
New Delhi, Jan 19 (NationPress) As the BJP National Working President Nitin Nabin prepares to submit his nomination for the role of the party’s National President at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi on Monday, the BJP has hailed this moment as a celebration for Bihar and a historic milestone for the party.
Senior leaders from both Bihar and the national BJP leadership conveyed their excitement and pride, asserting that Nitin Nabin’s nomination exemplifies the party's robust organizational framework and its dedication to fostering leadership from the grassroots.
Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary shared, “This is a joyous occasion for Bihar and a landmark day for the BJP. Today, Nitin Nabin will file his nomination as the youngest national president. This is a moment of pride not only for Bihar but for the entire party.”
BJP spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo characterized the day as significant for the organization.
“This will be a very historic event. Nitin Nabin is expected to file his nomination today, and as anticipated, it is primarily a formality. He is poised to be the national president,” he remarked.
In an interview with IANS, BJP national spokesperson Guru Prakash Paswan noted the atmosphere in the party was filled with excitement and joy.
“There is immense energy and enthusiasm among party volunteers. A significant number of young workers are actively engaged in this process. The message to the youth nationwide is clear: the BJP is the only party where an ordinary worker can ascend to the highest office. In the world’s largest political party, anyone can become the national president through hard work and dedication,” he said.
Bihar Minister Mangal Pandey also expressed his elation regarding this development.
“This is a moment of pride for party workers as the new party president files his nomination today. Thousands of workers who have collaborated closely with Nitin Nabin, both in Bihar and beyond, are filled with renewed enthusiasm. Every BJP worker in Bihar feels a deep emotional connection to this moment. The youth are witnessing how Prime Minister Narendra Modi has created opportunities for young leaders. This is genuinely a moment of happiness,” he stated.
BJP leader Ram Kadam emphasized the party’s internal democracy, contrasting it with other political entities.
“The BJP stands as the sole party in the country where a grassroots worker can rise to the presidency. Nitin Nabin has been selected through this very process and is filing his nomination today. This conveys a strong message that leadership in the BJP is rooted in merit and hard work, unlike the dynastic politics prevalent elsewhere. We are proud, and party workers nationwide are celebrating this historic occasion,” he expressed.
Meanwhile, the nomination submission is anticipated to evolve into a significant political event, with senior leaders from around the nation expected to participate.
Party insiders hinted that numerous BJP Chief Ministers, state unit presidents, Members of Parliament, and other senior officials would be present, emphasizing the importance of this occasion.
The gathering is also perceived as a demonstration of the party's organizational unity and strength ahead of the leadership transition.
According to the election schedule provided by BJP National Returning Officer and Rajya Sabha MP, K. Laxman, nominations for the national president position can be submitted between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. later today. The entire election process will unfold at the party headquarters in the national capital.
As per the timeline, the review of nomination papers will occur shortly after the submission window closes, between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.. Candidates may withdraw their nominations from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.. Should multiple valid nominations remain post-withdrawal, polling will take place on January 20.
The official announcement of the BJP’s new national president will be made on the same day.
K. Laxman, while revealing the election timeline on Friday, clarified that voting would only occur if necessary.
The selection of the BJP national president occurs through an electoral college that comprises representatives from both the party’s national and state councils.
The party’s constitution specifies clear eligibility criteria for candidates aspiring to this top organizational position. A nominee must be endorsed by at least 20 members of a state’s electoral college.
Moreover, the candidate should have completed a minimum of four terms as an active party member and must possess at least 15 years of uninterrupted membership in the BJP.