BJP to appoint new national president between July 10–19
JP Nadda’s extended term has ended after 2024 polls
Party likely to pick a woman president for the first time
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is undergoing a major organisational overhaul, with new state unit presidents already appointed in several states and Union Territories. The party's next big move is selecting its new national president—a decision expected shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign tour in early July. The announcement is likely to come between July 10 and 19, just ahead of the Monsoon session of Parliament.
JP Nadda, who has served as the BJP’s national president since 2020, saw his term extended beyond 2023 to provide continuity through the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. With that task now complete, the party is actively considering his successor.
In a potentially historic shift, the BJP is likely to appoint a woman as its next national president for the first time ever. Sources indicate the move is backed by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), and is being viewed as both a symbolic and strategic step—highlighting the party’s commitment to women’s empowerment and building on its growing support among female voters.
Nirmala Sitharaman: The current Union Finance Minister is considered a frontrunner, given her robust administrative experience and policy leadership. A former Defence Minister, she has delivered a record eight consecutive Union Budgets. Her Tamil Nadu roots may also support the BJP’s expansion plans in southern India.
D Purandeswari: Currently serving as the BJP’s Andhra Pradesh president, Purandeswari is known for her strong oratory and political lineage. Often referred to as the “Sushma Swaraj of the South,” she returned to Parliament after winning the Rajahmundry Lok Sabha seat in 2024.
Vanathi Srinivasan: The BJP Mahila Morcha president and MLA from Coimbatore South, Srinivasan has been part of the party since 1993 and serves on its Central Election Committee. She is well-regarded within party ranks for her grassroots connect and organisational capabilities.
The potential appointment of a woman as BJP national president aligns with the party’s recent passage of the women’s reservation bill, which mandates 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. Strategically, it would further consolidate the BJP’s support among women voters, who have emerged as a key electoral base in recent years.
This leadership choice, expected to be finalised in mid-July, will not only influence the BJP’s internal direction but also serve as a strong political statement—underlining its evolving priorities and broader vision for inclusive leadership.
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