BJP preps for party chief polls, key meet on Aug 17

Talks may centre on potential candidates, party's stand for state polls

- RAJESH KUMAR THAKUR

THE BJP has begun preparations for the election of the party's national president by scheduling a crucial meeting of its office-bearers, including presidents of all state units, on August 17.

The office-bearers are expected to finalise the launch of the party's membership drive ahead of the election of a new party president. Sources said the party's state and national general secretaries will also attend the meeting and deliberate upon the organisational issues.

The meeting is also expected to play a pivotal role in fine-tuning the election strategy. The meeting is anticipated to address key organisational matters and set the stage for selecting a leader who will guide the party through challenges.