Delhi BJP set for major organisational reshuffle

The Delhi BJP is all set for a major organisational reshuffle in the wake of Union State Minister (MoS) Harsh Malhotra’s recent appointment as the party’s state unit head. It is learnt that about 75 per cent of the party’s state office bearers are likely to be replaced by new and young faces.

Insiders said the state unit BJP leadership is preparing for a comprehensive overhaul of its Delhi organisation, aimed at strengthening the party structure after a year of its return to power and ahead of the crucial next years’ municipal polls in the national capital.

The exercise is expected to bring in a new team of office-bearers, with an emphasis on younger turks and old guards who have been active at the grassroots level. Insiders said that more than 75 per cent of the current state office-bearers are likely to be replaced with the new ones. The proposed changes are expected to cover several key organisational posts, including vice-presidents, general secretaries, and secretaries.

After taking over the reins of the party last month, Malhotra had said addressing organisational gaps at the district level will be a top priority. “The teams in the districts will be formed within the next 15 to 20 days, and we expect to complete the reorganisation of the state unit and the appointment of office bearers within the next two months,” Malhotra had said.

Insiders said the reshuffle is being viewed as an effort to align the Delhi unit with the BJP’s broader organisational strategy of promoting fresh leadership while balancing social and regional representation. The move is also expected to strengthen coordination between the party organisation and the government.

It also aims to remove several deadwoods who have been holding onto the positions despite lagging on performance. Insiders indicated that consultations are underway and the final list of office-bearers could be announced after discussions with the central leadership.