Jammu, January 13:
In a significant move to bolster its grassroots presence, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) OBC Morcha today announced the formation of 22 Mandal-level teams for the Udhampur district. The announcement was made during a high-profile organizational event held at the BJP District Office, aimed at expanding the party’s reach within the Other Backward Classes (OBC) communities.
High-Profile Attendance at BJP District Office
The event, organized by Sagar Verma, District President of BJP OBC Morcha Udhampur, saw the participation of several top-tier leaders from the region. The presence of these leaders underscored the importance the party is placing on the OBC vote bank ahead of upcoming administrative and developmental cycles.
Key Dignitaries Present:
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Balwant Singh Mankotiya, MLA
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Dr. Sunil Bhardwaj, MLA (Ramnagar)
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R.S. Pathania, MLA (Udhampur East)
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Arun Gupta, BJP District President
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Vipin, District Sangathan Mantri
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Reeta Verma, State Vice President, BJP OBC Morcha
The program commenced with a traditional welcome where District President Sagar Verma felicitated the guests with Mata Ki Chunni, a gesture reflecting the deep-rooted cultural values of the party.
Strategic Grassroots Expansion
The highlight of the day was the official unveiling of the 22 Mandal teams. According to party insiders, these teams are designed to act as the primary bridge between the BJP leadership and the OBC population at the village and block levels.
Addressing the energetic gathering, the MLAs congratulated the newly appointed members. They emphasized that the BJP is more than a political party; it is a family dedicated to “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.”
“These Mandal teams will be our frontline ambassadors. Their role is to ensure that every welfare scheme launched by the Prime Minister reaches the last person in the queue,” stated the senior leadership in a joint message.
Leadership’s Vision for Udhampur
In a special message, Braham Jyot Satti, State President of BJP OBC Morcha, lauded the efforts of the Udhampur unit. He expressed firm confidence that under the leadership of Sagar Verma, the new teams would work with “unity and commitment” to address the specific grievances and aspirations of the OBC community.
The leaders reiterated the party’s commitment to:
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Inclusive Development: Ensuring infrastructure and services reach all sections.
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Social Justice: Advocating for the rights and representation of OBCs.
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Welfare Awareness: Educating the public on central and state-sponsored schemes.
The event concluded with a sense of renewed vigor among the party workers, signaling a more aggressive outreach strategy for the BJP in the Udhampur district for the 2026 calendar year.
