Nitin Nabin Named BJP Working President, Signals Generational Shift
- By Thetripurapost Desk, New Delhi
- Dec 14, 2025
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The Bharatiya Janata Party’s decision to appoint Bihar Minister and five-term MLA Nitin Nabin as its national working president marks a significant organisational transition, reflecting the party’s push toward generational change while maintaining continuity with its established leadership structure.
Announced by the BJP’s parliamentary board on Sunday, the move ends months of speculation over succession at the top, with incumbent president J.P. Nadda continuing on extension. Mr. Nabin is expected to be formally elected as national president in January 2026, with ratification at the National Council meeting in April, indicating a calibrated and consensus-driven transition.
At 45, Mr. Nabin represents a younger leadership profile, aligning with the BJP’s strategy to energise the organisation ahead of a packed electoral calendar. His long association with the party—from the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha to ministerial responsibilities in Bihar—has bolstered his credentials as a grassroots organiser with administrative experience. His role in overseeing organisational work during the BJP’s victory in the 2023 Chhattisgarh Assembly elections further strengthened his standing within the party.
The public endorsement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with congratulations from Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah, underscores the central leadership’s confidence in Mr. Nabin’s organisational abilities. At the same time, sources indicate that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has also endorsed the choice, suggesting alignment between the BJP’s political leadership and its ideological mentor—an important factor given earlier reports of coordination delays.
Politically, Mr. Nabin’s elevation is also symbolically significant in Bihar, where his family legacy and electoral success add to his stature. His appointment could help the BJP consolidate its organisational base in eastern India while preparing for high-stakes Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam and Puducherry early next year.
However, the timing presents immediate challenges. With limited time to settle into the role, Mr. Nabin will need to quickly coordinate candidate selection, alliance management and campaign strategy across diverse political terrains. The expected overhaul of the BJP’s national team following his formal election suggests that his leadership will shape not only electoral tactics but also the party’s organisational culture going forward.
Overall, the appointment signals the BJP’s intent to blend experience with youth, ensuring continuity while preparing the organisation for the next phase of electoral and ideological consolidation.