GUNTUR, April 15: The Bharatiya Janata Party conducted a training session for party workers in the Guntur West Assembly segment on Wednesday as part of its ongoing statewide Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan, an intensive capacity-building initiative aimed at strengthening the party's organisational presence at the booth level.

The session, held at Yogi Bhavan in Arandalpet, was organised under the direction of District President Cherukuri Tirupati Rao and convened by Mandal President Vakkalagadda Tirumalrao. The programme focused on the sixth module of the training series, themed 'Karya Vistaran – Booth Management,' which centred on expanding the party's reach and reinforcing its electoral machinery at the polling booth level.

BJP State Media Co-Convener and Brahmin Welfare Corporation Director Velagaleti Gangadhar presided over the session. Principal speaker Palapati Ravikumar stressed that the primary responsibility of party workers was to ensure that the welfare schemes initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached every eligible beneficiary at the grassroots. He urged workers to translate the party's founding principle of Antyodaya — upliftment of the last person in the queue — into tangible action by actively facilitating access to government programmes at the village and ward level.

Mr. Ravikumar also elaborated on the mechanics of effective booth management, emphasising direct voter outreach, systematic data collection, and enrolment of new voters as essential tools for organisational consolidation. He called upon workers to implement the BLA-2 framework diligently as a means of deepening the party's connect with the electorate.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Velagaleti Gangadhar underlined the significance of such training programmes in sharpening the party's electoral preparedness, particularly with the upcoming corporation elections on the horizon. He noted that similar training sessions were being conducted across the state and at the national level to raise the overall standard of party work and worker performance.

The session was attended by BJP State Spokesperson Darshanpu Srinivas, District General Secretary Bajrang Ramakrishna, District Vice President Mantri Suguna, District SC Morcha President Dara Ambedkar, Mandal General Secretary Manchalla Ashok, and several district executive members including Govindrajula Rajyalakshmi, Ramadevi, Srikalyani, Dhanalakshmi, among others. Party workers Peddinti Krishna Chaitanya, Pemmaraju Sudhakar, Avantish Jain, Chegu Nageswara Rao, Manohar, Jitendra Gupta, Sanat Kumar, Suresh, Ramesh, and Chakravarthy also participated.

Andhra Pradesh BJP spokesperson Sheikh Baji demands Congress clarify its stand, accuses party leadership of double standards on women's empowerment

AMARAVATI, April 15: As the Women's Reservation Bill came up for discussion in Parliament on Wednesday, Andhra Pradesh BJP State spokesperson Sheikh Baji launched a sharp attack on the Congress party, accusing it of indulging in what he termed "duplicitous politics" on the question of women's representation in legislative bodies.

Addressing mediapersons here, Mr. Baji demanded that Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi spell out their party's unambiguous position on the Bill, asserting that a party which claims to champion women's rights cannot afford to remain equivocal on a matter of such constitutional significance.

The BJP spokesperson credited the Central government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with demonstrating a sustained commitment to women's empowerment through concrete policy measures. He pointed to the elevation of Droupadi Murmu to the office of President — the highest constitutional post in the country — and the continuing tenure of Nirmala Sitharaman as Finance Minister as evidence of the ruling dispensation's confidence in women's leadership and capability.

Mr. Baji also cited the allocation of 50 per cent reservation for women in Panchayati Raj institutions as a structural reform that had laid the groundwork for inclusive rural governance. Greater participation of women at the grassroots level, he argued, had demonstrable effects on rural education, economic activity, and skill development — ultimately stemming migration and accelerating regional growth.

Invoking the government's guiding principle of "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas," he underscored that no vision of national development could be complete without ensuring meaningful representation for women across all tiers of governance.

The spokesperson also drew attention to the expanding role of women in the armed forces, commending the service of women officers and invoking historical figures such as Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi and Rani Rudramadevi of the Kakatiya dynasty as enduring symbols of feminine resolve and leadership that continue to inspire generations.

Mr. Baji concluded by calling upon all political parties and civil society to extend wholehearted support to the Women's Reservation Bill, describing it as an instrument indispensable to the country's broader democratic and developmental aspirations.

Youth wing demands legal action, calls statements provocative and divisive

GUNTUR: Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) lodged a formal complaint at the district police office here on Saturday, condemning remarks made by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge against the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) during election campaigning in Assam.

The complaint was submitted to Special Branch DSP Alahari Srinivas under the directions of BJYM State president Sunil Reddy and on the instructions of BJP district president Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao. The delegation was led by BJYM district president Tunga Yashwanth and State Vice-President Kayithi Pradeep Reddy.

Addressing mediapersons on the occasion, Mr. Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao said that at a time when the BJP was working towards inclusive development under the principle of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas', remarks that sought to inflame tensions between Hindu and Muslim communities were deeply irresponsible. He demanded that the authorities take immediate action in the matter.

Mr. Tunga Yashwanth said it was deeply distressing that allegations were being levelled against the RSS, an organisation that he said had consistently worked to foster national unity and patriotism. He recalled the relief and rehabilitation work carried out by RSS volunteers during natural disasters, and stated that remarks aimed at sowing discord in society were entirely unacceptable. He urged the police to initiate legal proceedings against those responsible.

The complaint was also signed by BJYM State Social Media Co-Convener Srinivas, district leaders Kochherla Durga, Gana, Anand, Radhakrishna, and Swapna, OBC Morcha State Secretary Charaka Kumar Goud, BJP district General Secretary Bajrang Ramakrishna, district Vice-President Ravuri Lakshminarayana Sharma, and leaders Srinu Naik, Abraham, and Kamepalli Venkateswarlu, among others.

Fresh team to focus on strengthening party at grassroots level

GUNTUR: The Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM) announced its newly constituted Guntur district committee at a function held at the BJP district office, Vajpayee Bhavan, here on Sunday. The committee was announced by BJYM district president Tunga Yashwanth under the aegis of BJP district president Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao.

Addressing the gathering, Mr. Cherukuri Tirupathi Rao underscored the pivotal role of the youth wing in strengthening the party organisation. He called upon the young members to extend the party's reach to the village level and work towards consolidating it at the grassroots.

BJP Parliament Sanyojak Bhimineni Chandrashekhar described the BJYM as the backbone of the party. He observed that those who had served in the youth wing had gone on to shoulder greater responsibilities within the organisation, and urged every member to discharge their duties diligently in the interest of the party's growth.

The function was attended by BJYM State Vice-President Kayithi Pradeep, State Secretary Challa Kaushik, State Social Media Co-Convener Srinivas, senior leader Palapati Ravi Kumar, State Brahmin Corporation Director Velagaleti Gangadhar, OBC Morcha State Secretary Charaka Kumar Goud, and Party General Secretary Bajrang Ramakrishna Abraham, all of whom extended their greetings to the newly constituted committee.

The new district committee comprises six Vice-Presidents — Kochherla Durga, Chilaka Balakotaiah Goud, Chilakapatla Lakshman Ramacharya, Meduru Yashwanth, Chevuri Anand, and Sunkara Bhanuchandar. Bhanu Prakash Sharma was named General Secretary, while Bayyapu Raja, Gana, Arudra Gopi, Akash, Manideep, and Sai Radhakrishna were appointed as Secretaries. Battula Naga Swapna was named Treasurer of the new committee.

State president PVN Madhav traces party's 75-year ideological journey from Jana Sangh to global political force; reaffirms Viksit Bharat 2047 as BJP's defining goal

VIJAYAWADA : Invoking seven decades of sacrifice, struggle, and nation-building, Andhra Pradesh BJP state president PVN Madhav on Monday delivered a sweeping account of the Bharatiya Janata Party's ideological and political journey as the party marked its 47th Foundation Day with celebrations held across the state, with the principal function taking place here.

Extending greetings to party workers, leaders, and citizens at large, Mr. Madhav opened his address with an unusual reflection on the significance of the number 47, describing it in the spiritual tradition as a number associated with transformation and selfless endeavour. "Just as those who work without expectation of reward are guided by this number, the BJP has been a force for transformative change in the nation's history," he said.

From Jana Sangh to BJP: A 75-Year Ideological Continuum

Tracing the party's lineage, Mr. Madhav recalled that the Bharatiya Jana Sangh was founded on October 21, 1951, and reconstituted as the Bharatiya Janata Party on April 6, 1980. He said the 75-year journey had been defined by a consistent commitment to national reconstruction, cultural preservation, and the assertion of India's civilisational identity.

He paid tribute to party founder Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, whose sacrifice during the 'Chalo Kashmir' movement for the territorial integrity of Jammu and Kashmir, he said, remained an indelible chapter in India's political history. He noted that leaders such as Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya and Atal Bihari Vajpayee had subsequently expanded the party's reach across the country, building it into a national force.

Emergency, Kargil and the Vajpayee Era

Mr. Madhav recalled that Jana Sangh workers had waged an unrelenting 19-month struggle against the Emergency imposed in 1975, with thousands imprisoned and others continuing the fight underground. "They gave the country a second freedom struggle," he said. He also highlighted the party's role during the Goa liberation movement and the wars of 1962 and 1965, when workers rendered service to the nation.

Turning to the Vajpayee era, Mr. Madhav said the BJP government under Atal Bihari Vajpayee had steered India towards strength through the Pokhran nuclear tests, victory in the Kargil conflict, and path-breaking diplomatic initiatives such as the Lahore bus yatra. "Vajpayee remains the gold standard of good governance," he said.

Modi Era: Security, Diplomacy and Development

Describing the BJP's return to power in 2014 under Narendra Modi as a defining moment, Mr. Madhav highlighted a series of landmark decisions including the abrogation of Article 370, the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, the expansion of welfare schemes, rural development initiatives, and the Digital India programme.

On national security, he said India had demonstrated its resolve through surgical strikes and air strikes following the Uri and Pulwama attacks. He added that India's standing on the international stage had risen considerably, with the country maintaining balanced diplomatic relations with Iran, Israel, the United States, and Russia simultaneously.

Viksit Bharat 2047: The Defining Mission

Articulating the party's forward vision, Mr. Madhav said the BJP was committed to realising the goal of a fully developed India by 2047 — the centenary of independence — under the guiding principle of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas. He called upon every citizen to become a participant in this national endeavour.

On the party's organisational agenda in Andhra Pradesh, he said special programmes had been taken up to expand the BJP's presence to the village level, with the 'Mana Illu Mana Jenda' initiative encouraging every worker to hoist the party flag at their home and build awareness among the people. He reaffirmed the party's commitment to strengthening its role within the alliance government in keeping with the aspirations of the people.

Summing up the party's philosophy, Mr. Madhav declared: "Politics is not our profession — it is our mission." He called upon workers to draw inspiration from the sacrifices of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya and dedicate themselves to nation-building and social upliftment.

The function was attended by state general secretary Matta Prasad, state secretary Boddu Nagalakshmi, state office in-charge Uppalapati Srinivasa Raju, Kisan Morcha president Chigurpati Kumar Swamy, SC Morcha president Panatala Suresh, Minority Morcha president Syed Basha, NTR district president Adduri Sriram, and other senior functionaries.

State president PVN Madhav reaffirms party's ideological moorings in Upadhyaya and Mookerjee; calls on cadre to strengthen organisation from booth to village level

GUNTUR : The Bharatiya Janata Party observed its 47th Foundation Day with a solemn and spirited function at the district party headquarters 'Vajpayee Bhavan' here on Monday, with state president PVN Madhav reaffirming the party's foundational commitment to national service and the principle of Antyodaya — ensuring justice for the last person in the social order.

The event, organised under the chairmanship of district president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao, saw Mr. Madhav formally unfurl the party flag before addressing a gathering of workers and leaders drawn from across the district.

Tracing the BJP's journey since its founding on April 6, 1980, Mr. Madhav said the party had evolved not merely as a political organisation but as a force dedicated to the service of the nation. "The BJP has always stood apart — guided not by electoral arithmetic alone but by the philosophy of Nation First and the welfare of the people," he said. He added that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, the country was advancing rapidly towards the vision of 'Viksit Bharat' — a developed India by 2047.

Mr. Madhav attributed the BJP's rise to become the world's largest political party to the spirit of service and sacrifice demonstrated by its cadre at every level. He called upon workers to further consolidate the party's organisational presence from the village to the booth level, describing each worker as a foundational pillar of the party's strength.

Underlining the party's ideological continuity, Mr. Madhav said the BJP drew its direction from the thoughts and principles of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya. He reiterated that the concept of Antyodaya — uplifting the weakest and most marginalised sections of society — remained at the core of the party's mission and governance philosophy.

District president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao, addressing the gathering, pledged to work with renewed commitment towards strengthening the party across every village and booth in Guntur district. He said workers must immerse themselves in the lives of the people, address their problems proactively, and take personal responsibility for ensuring that Central government schemes reached every citizen. He added that the BJP would play a pivotal role in fulfilling the aspirations of the people under the alliance government.

The function was attended by Kisan Morcha state president Chigurpati Kumar Swamy, SC Morcha state president Panatala Suresh, Minority Morcha state president Syed Basha, and senior leaders including Kothuru Venkata Subba Rao, Yadlapati Swaroopa Rani, Bhimineni Chandrasekhar, Bajrang Ramakrishna, Dasu Satyanarayana, Palапати Ravi Kumar, and a large number of district morcha presidents and mandal presidents.

The proceedings concluded on a high note with workers raising spirited chants of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' as party flags were hoisted across the venue.

BJP State president PVN Madhav pays tributes to Vajpayee, reaffirms party's commitment to rural development and Viksit Bharat vision at Guntur Foundation Day celebrations

GUNTUR The Bharatiya Janata Party marked its 47th Foundation Day in Guntur on Monday with a spirited celebration that doubled as the launch pad for its ambitious six-month grassroots campaign 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' (Our Village, Our Flag), with state president PVN Madhav vowing to hoist the party flag in every village across Andhra Pradesh before the drive concludes.

The event, organised under the chairmanship of district president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao, began with party leaders paying floral tributes at the statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Lakshmipuram Vajpayee Circle in the city, before proceeding to a public meeting where the party flag was formally unfurled to inaugurate the occasion.

Addressing the media, Mr. Madhav noted that the BJP had completed 46 years of its founding and entered its 47th year as an organisation that had grown from a modest beginning rooted in national service to become the largest political party in the world. He said the 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' programme would be sustained over six months with the singular objective of planting the party's presence in every village of the state.

Invoking the legacy of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Mr. Madhav said the former Prime Minister's life and leadership remained an abiding source of inspiration for every party worker. He added that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's stewardship, the country was advancing rapidly towards the goal of 'Viksit Bharat' — a developed India by 2047.

Mr. Madhav underlined the Central government's commitment to rural development, saying that funds were being consistently allocated for the progress of every village. He also highlighted the substantial support extended to Andhra Pradesh through infrastructure investment and welfare schemes, and called upon party workers to carry both the alliance agenda and the BJP's ideological message to the grassroots level.

District president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao, speaking on the occasion, said the party would prioritise expansion in Guntur district with a focus on building a strong organisational structure at every booth level. He emphasised that workers were the backbone of the party and urged them to remain at the forefront of resolving people's problems.

The function was attended by Kisan Morcha state president Chigurpati Kumar Swamy, SC Morcha state president Panatala Suresh, Minority Morcha state president Syed Basha, and senior party leaders including Yadlapati Swaroopa Rani, Kothuru Venkata Subba Rao, Bhimineni Chandrasekhar, Vakkalagedda Tirumaala Rao, Bajrang Ramakrishna, Dasu Satyanarayana, and several other functionaries. The proceedings concluded with rousing chants of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' as workers participated with notable enthusiasm.

BJP Launches 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' in 16,000 Villages; QR Codes on Flag Posts to Track Development

State president PVN Madhav unveils ambitious grassroots initiative at Motadaka village in Guntur district, highlights Rs. 3 crore Central funds spent in the village alone

GUNTUR: The Bharatiya Janata Party on Monday launched its ambitious statewide grassroots initiative 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' (Our Village, Our Flag) at Motadaka village in Tadikonda mandal of Guntur district, marking the party's 47th Foundation Day with a pledge to hoist the BJP flag in all 16,000 villages across Andhra Pradesh.

State president PVN Madhav, who attended the event as chief guest under the chairmanship of Tadikonda mandal president Bandla Ashok, formally unveiled the party flag to inaugurate the programme, which was attended by district president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao and a large contingent of party leaders and workers.

Speaking to the media on the occasion, Mr. Madhav announced a distinctive technological feature of the initiative — the installation of QR codes on flag posts in every village, enabling citizens to access information on Central government funds released and development works undertaken in their respective villages at the click of a button. "This will bring transparency and awareness to the doorstep of every villager," he said.

Elaborating on the Central government's developmental footprint in Motadaka village alone, Mr. Madhav said the village had received approximately Rs. 3 crore in Central funds. Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, Rs. 1.24 crore had been spent to provide tap water connections to every household, he said, adding that 685 beneficiaries had been provided 120 days of employment under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme. Construction of 174 houses was under way under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, he noted.

Mr. Madhav further highlighted the effective implementation of several flagship Central schemes in the village, including toilet construction under the Swachh Bharat Mission, health coverage of up to Rs. 5 lakh per family under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, and nutritional support to children through Anganwadi centres. He said special measures had been taken to reduce the burden on women by ensuring tap water connectivity to every home.

Reaffirming the Central government's vision of transforming India into a developed nation by 2047, Mr. Madhav said the double-engine government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi remained firmly committed to the upliftment of the poor. He called upon BJP workers to ensure that the benefits of Central schemes reached every household.

District president Cherukuri Tirupati Rao, addressing the gathering, underscored the need to strengthen the party further from the village level and said it was the responsibility of every worker to carry the Central government's welfare and development programmes to the people. He expressed confidence that the 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' initiative would significantly enhance the BJP's influence in rural areas.

Mandal president Bandla Ashok said it was a matter of pride that Motadaka had been chosen as the launch village for the initiative, and called upon workers to raise the BJP flag at every home while spreading awareness about Central schemes.

The meeting was attended by Kisan Morcha state president Chigurpati Kumar Swamy, SC Morcha state president Panatala Suresh, Minority Morcha state president Syed Basha, Tadikonda Agricultural Market Yard Director Ramadevi, Kisan Morcha district general secretary Manchikalapudi Gangadhara Rao, mandal general secretaries Guduru Pradeep and Javvadi Suresh, and a large number of party functionaries and workers.

'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' Wins National Acclaim; BJP Chief Nitin Nabin Calls PVN Madhav to Congratulate

Village-level flag hoisting initiative launched in Guntur district hailed as model for grassroots party strengthening across Andhra Pradesh

GUNTUR: The Bharatiya Janata Party's statewide initiative 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' (Our Village, Our Flag), being implemented under the direct supervision of state president PVN Madhav, has drawn national-level appreciation, with BJP national president Nitin Nabin personally telephoning Mr. Madhav to congratulate him on the programme's launch in Andhra Pradesh.

The initiative was formally inaugurated with the unfurling of the party flag at Motadaka village in Tadikonda mandal of Guntur district, and within moments of the flag hoisting, Mr. Nabin called Mr. Madhav to convey his greetings and commend the effort.

Expressing his appreciation, the national president observed that the programme would play a pivotal role in strengthening the party from the village level upwards — a strategic priority for the organisation ahead of future electoral contests. He described the objective of hoisting the BJP flag in every village across the state as a commendable organisational endeavour, adding that 'Mana Ooru Mana Jenda' would serve as an effective vehicle for channelling the Central government's welfare schemes to the grassroots.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Madhav urged party workers to immerse themselves in village life, engage directly with people at the ground level, and explain the benefits of Central government schemes to the common citizen. He affirmed that the programme would be rolled out extensively across every village in the state, making it a sustained and wide-reaching organisational exercise.

The launch marks a significant step in the BJP's efforts to deepen its organisational footprint in Andhra Pradesh, with the party leadership signalling its intent to build a robust presence in rural areas through consistent and structured grassroots engagement.

Election in-charge Valluru Jayaprakash Narayan chairs booth-level agents' meeting, exudes confidence in Kummnam Rajasekharan's victory

NATIONAL DESK: The National Democratic Alliance is pressing ahead with a comprehensive electoral strategy to wrest the Aranmula constituency, with BJP election in-charge Valluru Jayaprakash Narayan expressing firm confidence that the party's candidate would emerge victorious in the keenly contested seat.

Mr. Jayaprakash Narayan was addressing a booth-level agents' meeting held in the Aranmula mandal on Monday, where he outlined the party's ground-level campaign strategy and offered direction to workers assembled from across the constituency.

Speaking on the occasion, he said BJP candidate Kummnam Rajasekharan was receiving overwhelming support from the electorate and that the political climate in Aranmula had turned decisively in the NDA's favour. "The lotus will bloom in Aranmula," he said, invoking the party's electoral symbol to underscore his confidence in the outcome.

He noted that the coordinated functioning of NDA alliance partners had emerged as a significant organisational strength, lending additional momentum to the campaign. The party's booth-level management, he said, was being tightened to ensure that every vote was effectively mobilised in favour of the candidate.

Mr. Jayaprakash Narayan called upon workers to undertake sustained door-to-door outreach, urging them to acquaint voters with the Central government's welfare schemes and the party's broader policy agenda. He underlined the pivotal role of booth-level agents in determining electoral outcomes, asserting that disciplined coordination at the micro level would be decisive in delivering victory.

He appealed to every party worker to dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to the candidate's campaign in the days ahead.

The meeting was attended by Advocate Haridasu, Maharashtra MLA Amul, mandal president Deepa Nair, and other senior functionaries.

Dr. Kilaru Dilip calls on party workers to carry forward the spirit of inclusive development on 47th Foundation Day

AMARAVATI: Andhra Pradesh BJP state media in-charge Dr. Kilaru Dilip on Monday extended warm greetings to party workers and leaders across the state on the occasion of the Bharatiya Janata Party's 47th Foundation Day, reaffirming the party's foundational commitment to national service and the welfare of the marginalised.

In a statement released on the occasion, Dr. Dilip said the BJP had consistently pursued a dual mandate — serving the nation and uplifting the poor — and that this unwavering dedication had earned the party a distinct identity in India's political landscape. "The BJP has established itself as a party singularly committed to building a prosperous India," he said.

He highlighted the Central government's sustained efforts to ensure that the fruits of development reached every village and that welfare measures extended to every household in the country. A range of schemes implemented by the government, he said, had been designed with precisely this objective — bridging the gap between policy and people at the last mile.

Dr. Dilip further noted that the BJP's leadership was working with determined resolve to elevate India's standing on the global stage, positioning the country as a front-ranking nation in the comity of nations.

Conveying his heartfelt congratulations to every worker and leader who had been part of what he described as a remarkable political journey, Dr. Dilip expressed the hope that the same spirit of dedication and enthusiasm that had defined the party's four-and-a-half decades would continue to animate its public service in the years ahead.

BJP State spokesperson Sheikh Baji calls on cadre to intensify grassroots outreach as party marks four-and-a-half decades of political journey

AMARAVATI: The Bharatiya Janata Party's 47th Foundation Day was marked in Andhra Pradesh with renewed pledges of service to the nation's poor, as state party spokesperson Sheikh Baji extended greetings to workers and leaders across the state and reiterated the party's core mission of inclusive development.

In a statement issued on Monday, Mr. Baji said the BJP had remained unwavering in its twin objectives of national service and the welfare of the underprivileged. "Service to the nation is our purpose, and the development of the poor is our goal," he said, encapsulating what he described as the party's foundational ethos.

The spokesperson highlighted the developmental momentum generated by the Central government's welfare schemes, asserting that both rural and urban areas had witnessed accelerated progress through targeted policy implementation. He added that the government remained committed to ensuring that basic infrastructure and amenities reached every household across the country.

Mr. Baji further noted that the BJP had played a pivotal role in improving the living standards of the people and that concerted efforts were under way to position India as a leading nation on the global stage.

Calling upon party workers to redouble their efforts at the village level, he urged cadre to engage more actively in strengthening the organisation from the ground up. He extended his congratulations to all leaders and workers of the party on the occasion of the Foundation Day.