Ram Madhav, G Kishan Reddy named BJP election in-charges for J-K assembly polls

New Delhi: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President JP Nadda appointed Ram Madhav, the party's former General Secretary, and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy as the election in-charge for the upcoming Jammu & Kashmir Assembly elections on Tuesday. This appointment is effective immediately as the BJP gears up for a crucial electoral battle in the region.

Election phases, key responsibilities

The Jammu & Kashmir Assembly elections are set to be held in three phases, starting on September 18, with subsequent phases on September 25 and October 1. The results of the election will be declared on October 4. The appointment of Madhav and Reddy highlights the BJP's strategic focus on the region, as both leaders bring significant experience to the table.

BJP National President JP Nadda has appointed the party's former General Secretary Ram Madhav and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy as election in-charge for the upcoming Jammu & Kashmir Assembly elections, with immediate effect. pic.twitter.com/FZjAsxmomR

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Party statement on strategic appointments

The official announcement was made by BJP National General Secretary Arun Singh. "BJP National President JP Nadda has appointed Ram Madhav, former National General Secretary, and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy as election in-charges for the upcoming assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir," the statement read.

Ram Madhav, who served as BJP National General Secretary from 2014 to 2020, played a pivotal role in managing the party's political strategies in Jammu & Kashmir, Assam, and other Northeastern states during his tenure. His reappointment reflects the party's confidence in his ability to navigate the complexities of the region's political landscape. In 2020, Madhav was replaced during a reshuffle aimed at bringing fresh faces into the BJP's leadership team.