BJP Expands Organizational Structure in Himachal Pradesh
Formation of 97 New Mandals to Strengthen Party Framework
Shimla, December 08: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has significantly expanded its organizational base in Himachal Pradesh by forming 97 new Mandals, bringing the total number to 171, up from just 74. This restructuring was announced by the State BJP President, Dr. Rajeev Bindal, on Sunday. The primary aim of this initiative is to enhance the party’s organizational strength and provide a robust foundation for effective leadership and worker mobilization in preparation for future elections.
New Mandals to Improve Party’s Reach and Effectiveness
Dr. Bindal highlighted that the decision followed the recommendations of a delimitation committee led by State BJP General Secretary Trilok Kapoor. The committee’s effort to create the new Mandals received approval from the central leadership, thereby ensuring the strategic growth of the party. With the formation of these 97 new Mandals, BJP aims to improve its internal structure, facilitate better coordination among party workers, and strengthen the party’s presence across the state.
District-wise Changes and New Mandals
The new Mandals will significantly alter the political landscape in several districts of Himachal Pradesh, boosting BJP’s outreach to grassroots levels. Below are the notable changes in key districts:
- Chamba District: The number of divisions has increased from 6 to 16, with new Mandals like Maa Baira, Pangi, Bharmour, and Holi.
- Nurpur District: Expanded from 4 to 12 divisions, with new Mandals such as Sadwan, Indora, and Fatehpur.
- Dehra District: From 3 to 6 divisions, including Mandals like Haripur, Pragpur, and Jawalamukhi.
- Palampur District: Increased from 4 to 10 divisions, now including Mandals like Sullah, Thural, and Palampur Urban.
- Kangra District: Grows from 4 to 9 divisions with Mandals like Dharkandi, Ladwara, and Dharamshala Urban.
- Kullu District: Expanded from 4 to 12 divisions, incorporating areas like Manali, Naggar, and Bhuntar.
- Sundernagar District: New structure increases divisions from 5 to 13, with areas like Bagshad, Nihri, and Baldwara.
- Mandi District: Growth from 5 to 13 divisions, now including Thunag, Janjehli, and Joginder Nagar.
- Hamirpur District: Expanding from 5 to 10 divisions, with new Mandals like Samirpur, Hamirpur Rural, and Dhatwal.
- Una District: From 5 to 10 divisions, with Mandals like Chintpurni Upper, Gagret, and Haroli Khas.
- Solan District: Significant expansion from 5 to 13 divisions, now covering areas like Arki, Kandaghat, and Dharampur.
- Sirmaur District: Growth from 5 to 12 divisions, including Rajgarh, Paonta Sahib, and Shillai.
- Shimla District: From 3 to 6 divisions, with new Mandals like Kasumpti Urban, Shimla Rural, and Sanjauli.
- Kinnaur District: Expanding from 3 to 5 divisions with Mandals such as Pooh, Kalpa, and Sangla.
The restructuring of BJP’s organizational framework in Himachal Pradesh is poised to give the party a more decentralized and efficient operational structure. This strategic move aims to enhance its reach at the grassroots level, better prepare for upcoming elections, and ensure greater participation from party workers across the state.
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