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PM Modi interacts with fresh BJP team amid upcoming polls and ‘Vande Mataram’ row

Prime Minister Narendra Modi deliberated with the BJP's new leadership after a recent rejig in the party.

Published on: Aug 23, 2026, 07:23:42 IST
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with the new team of the Bharatiya Janata Party’s national office-bearers at the party headquarters and said such deliberations are all about fresh ideas and perspectives aimed at strengthening the party.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi being feliciated by BJP National President Nitin Nabin during an organisational meeting of the party's newly appointed national office-bearers at the BJP headquarters. (@narendramodi/X)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi being feliciated by BJP National President Nitin Nabin during an organisational meeting of the party's newly appointed national office-bearers at the BJP headquarters. (@narendramodi/X)

“Organisational meetings are all about new ideas and perspectives aimed at strengthening the Party and deepening connect with the people. Great interaction with fellow Party colleagues and the new organisational team!,” the PM said in a post on X.

Deep Dive

What recent resolution did the BJP pass regarding Vande Mataram?

The BJP passed a resolution to honour the complete legacy of Vande Mataram, opposing the Congress's decision to limit its rendition to the first two stanzas, and will undertake a nationwide campaign to spread its historical significance.

Why is the BJP condemning Congress's decision about Vande Mataram?

The BJP condemns Congress's decision as an act of political appeasement and an affront to the national song, emphasizing that the legacy of Vande Mataram should not be compromised for contemporary vote-bank politics.

How does the BJP plan to raise awareness about Vande Mataram's history and significance?

The BJP plans to launch a nationwide campaign to educate the public, especially the youth, about the history, meaning, and national significance of Vande Mataram, ensuring future generations understand its connection to India's freedom struggle.
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The BJP on Monday announced a list of 65 new office bearers, who also had their first closed door meeting with the party president Nitin Nabin.

According to a person aware of the details, the party chief is learnt to have told the team members that they will keep the focus on nationalism and hit the ground running in poll-bound states of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Manipur and Goa.

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“The party passed a resolution on honouring the history and legacy of Vande Mataram and it will launch a campaign on the ground to expose the Congress and their appeasement politics that has forced the party to disrespect the National Song,” said the functionary quoted above.

Nabin also told his team that their positions in the party will not reduce their responsibilities as a karyakarta (worker) and they will all need to work with same fervour and zeal.

 
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