I Will Strive to Make BJP a Force to Reckon With in AP, Vows Madhav

In a grand and festive gathering at SS Convention Centre in Vijayawada on Tuesday, former MLC and State general secretary PVN Madhav was officially declared the new State president of Bharatiya Janata Party.

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The announcement was made by Karnataka MP and BJP National Council member PC Mohan, who acted as the election observer.

Lauding the party's democratic tradition, Mohan said, "Whether it is the national or State president, the BJP follows a transparent and participatory election process. Unlike the Congress, where leadership is imposed, we value the voice of our leaders and cadre."

Outgoing State president Daggubati Purandeswari congratulated Madhav, and ceremoniously handed over the responsibility.