Drums, conch shells and saffron flags: Pankaj Chaudhary takes UP BJP charge; is 7-time MP

Pankaj Chaudhary, a seven-time MP, was formally appointed as the new Uttar Pradesh BJP chief in Lucknow amidst a grand ‘Sangathan Parva’ event. Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced the decision, highlighting the party’s focus on social inclusivity with diverse representation on the dais. The ceremony saw massive worker turnout, underscoring Chaudhary’s organizational strength.