Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday announced a significant organisational reshuffle within the party, appointing several new in-charges for different states. The most notable appointment was that of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, who has been given the responsibility of overseeing Punjab. This move is seen as a strategic step by the Congress leadership to strengthen its position in the state.

The All India Congress Committee (AICC) issued an official statement listing the changes in responsibilities, which also included the appointment of Rajani Patil as incharge of Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh. Other key reshuffles include BK Hariprasad for Haryana, Krishna Allavaru for Bihar, and Harish Chaudhary for Madhya Pradesh.

Congress Leadership Reshuffle Highlights

The Congress reshuffle has brought in fresh faces while relieving several senior leaders of their duties. Dipak Babaria, Mohan Prakash, Bharatsinh Solanki, Rajeev Shukla, Ajoy Kumar, and Devender Yadav have been relieved from their previous responsibilities.

The party issued a statement appreciating their contributions. AICC general secretary K C Venugopal acknowledged their efforts in strengthening the party’s organisational structure.

Congress’ Bihar Strategy

One of the most significant aspects of this reshuffle is the appointment of Krishna Allavaru as the new Bihar incharge. He is a close aide of Rahul Gandhi and will be replacing veteran leader Mohan Prakash.

With the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for 2025, this change indicates Congress' strategic planning to boost its presence in the state. Allavaru's appointment is seen as an attempt to inject fresh energy into the party's campaign and organisational efforts in Bihar.

State-wise Appointments in the Congress Reshuffle

Apart from Punjab and Bihar, several other key states have seen a change in leadership:

• Ajay Kumar Lallu has been appointed as incharge of Odisha.
• K Raju will oversee the party’s affairs in Jharkhand.
• Meenakshi Natarajan has been given the charge of Telangana.
• Girish Chodankar will handle Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
• Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka will manage party operations in Manipur, Tripura, Sikkim, and Nagaland.

Congress Reshuffle: A Strategic Move

This leadership restructuring is being viewed as an effort by the Congress high command to improve the party’s performance in key states. With multiple elections lined up in the coming years, including the crucial Bihar Assembly elections, the 2024 Lok Sabha elections' aftermath has prompted the party to make decisive organisational changes.

Significance of Bhupesh Baghel’s Appointment

Bhupesh Baghel, who served as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, has been given the Punjab charge at a critical juncture. Punjab remains an important state for Congress, especially with political competition from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Baghel is known for his grassroots political strategies and his strong command over party workers, which could help Congress gain an edge in Punjab. His tenure as Chhattisgarh CM saw strong welfare-driven policies, which Congress might try to replicate in Punjab to attract voters.

How the New Appointments Will Impact Congress’ Future

The new AICC functionaries will have the responsibility of revitalising the party in their respective states. The focus is on better organisational management, election preparedness, and coalition strategies.

With several state elections approaching and the 2029 General Elections in sight, Congress is attempting to restructure its internal framework for better electoral performance.

Conclusion

The latest Congress reshuffle under Mallikarjun Kharge’s leadership reflects a renewed approach towards state-level leadership. By appointing Bhupesh Baghel as Punjab incharge and Krishna Allavaru for Bihar, the party is making clear attempts to strengthen its electoral strategy ahead of crucial polls.

This reshuffle is expected to boost Congress' presence in key states and help in restructuring its political approach for the upcoming elections.

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