BJP navigates central observers amidst suspense over new CMs in 3 states

• BJP takes proactive measures by appointing central observers for Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh for appointment of new CM
• The party plans to announce the leadership decisions over the weekend, emphasizing a swift response to post-election developments
• The BJP's strategic choices in observer appointments suggest a careful consideration of regional and political dynamics

In a strategic move addressing the uncertainty over the new chief ministers in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, the BJP has appointed central observers to guide the process. The party's decision, coming five days after the assembly election results.

The party has named Union defence minister Rajnath Singh, Vinod Tawade and Saroj Pandey as observers of Rajasthan. For Madhya Pradesh, the party has appointed Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar, K Laxman and Asha Lakra. In Chhattisgarh, Union Ministers Arjun Munda, Sarbananda Sonowal and Dushyant Gautam have been appointed as observers.

In Chhattisgarh, BJP president Arun Sao, an OBC leader, Union minister Gomati Sai and Lata Usendi, both of whom come from Scheduled Tribes, are seen as serious contenders for the top seat.

Narendra Singh Tomar, a seasoned BJP leader from Madhya Pradesh whose resignation as Union minister was accepted on Thursday, and Baba Balaknath, who is from Rajasthan, also met Shah on Thursday. Both quit Lok Sabha after becoming members of assemblies of their states.