Kewal Singh Dhillon Takes Charge as Punjab BJP President with Bold Vision

Kewal Singh Dhillon has been appointed as Punjab BJP President with a mission to bolster agriculture and youth employment. Senior leader Preneet Kaur expressed her faith in the party's leadership. The oath-taking ceremony in Chandigarh also saw appointments for BJP state presidents in Delhi, Tripura, and Haryana.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-06-2026 22:26 IST | Created: 03-06-2026 22:26 IST
Kewal Singh Dhillon Takes Charge as Punjab BJP President with Bold Vision
BJP leader and former minister, Preneet Kaur (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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In a strategic move, Kewal Singh Dhillon was appointed as the Punjab BJP President, marking a pivotal shift in the state's political landscape. Senior party leader and ex-Union Minister Preneet Kaur heralded the collective leadership approach, stressing unity to fortify the party's standing in the region.

During the oath-taking ceremony held at the party headquarters in Chandigarh, Kaur, attending as a committed party worker, voiced optimism about collaborative efforts under Dhillon's helm. The event drew significant attention with the presence of senior leaders, party operatives, and dedicated workers.

Newly-installed President Dhillon, formerly with Congress, articulated an aspirational vision for Punjab, focusing on farmer welfare and youth employment, while anticipating a BJP victory in the upcoming 2027 Assembly elections. This leadership refresh extends to other regions, with new appointments for BJP state units in Delhi, Tripura, and Haryana.

BJP national president Nitin Nabin's appointment of Dhillon, who joined the party after serving as a Congress MLA for Barnala, underscores the party's strategic emphasis on agricultural and youth-centric initiatives for Punjab's future.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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