BJP Appoints New State In-Charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat

In a significant reshuffle, the Bharatiya Janata Party has appointed new state in-charges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Gujarat. Vinod Tawde, Dr. Satish Poonia, and Tarun Chugh are among the leaders taking on these crucial roles. The changes are effective immediately, with further appointments for other states to follow. This move reflects the party's strategy to strengthen its leadership ahead of upcoming elections. Stay tuned for more updates on the evolving political landscape.

By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 18, 2026, 12:55 IST

New Appointments in BJP Leadership

New Delhi. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced the appointment of new state in-charges and co-in-charges for three states, as declared by the party's national president, Nitin Nabin. According to the directive, Vinod Tawde, the national general secretary and Rajya Sabha MP, has been appointed as the in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, while national minister Jagdish Ishwarbhai Patel has been designated as the co-in-charge.

Dr. Satish Poonia has been appointed as the in-charge for Punjab, serving as a national general secretary and Rajya Sabha MP. Additionally, Tarun Chugh, a Rajya Sabha MP and national office in-charge, has been assigned the role of in-charge for Gujarat.

These appointments are effective immediately, and the selection of in-charges for other states will be carried out in due course. Until then, the current in-charge system will remain in place.