ThePrint Politically Correct: Stalemate over the next BJP president: What makes Nadda’s successor so crucial to RSS and Modi-Shah
Sep 9, 2025
BJP leaders are feeling sidelined in the presidential election, sparking unrest within the party. The selection of a new president is crucial, as it affects leadership dynamics and the potential succession of Modi and Shah. Key figures like Amit Shah and Yogi Adityanath are vying for influence, highlighting a competitive internal landscape. The necessity for accountability and democratic values in choosing a new leader could shape the party's future identity and direction.
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Bhagwat's Telling Quip
- Mohan Bhagwat joked that RSS does not decide the BJP president and said, "if we were to decide would it take so much time?".
- His quip signalled to Modi and Shah that RSS will not be hurried or sidelined in the choice.
Vacant Post, Frustrated Rank And File
- The BJP presidency lay vacant after J.P. Nadda's extended term ended in June 2024, creating frustration among party ranks.
- Leaders feel excluded because the high command did not consult the parliamentary board or the broader membership on the delay.
President Choice Linked To PM Successor
- The tussle over the party president ties directly to debates about PM Modi's eventual successor and control within BJP.
- Choosing the president affects grooming, placement and momentum for any future prime ministerial claimant.
