Amit Shah to hold crucial BJP Bengal strategy meet on March 30, new State President to be announced

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit West Bengal on March 29 and hold a crucial meeting on March 30 to finalize the BJP’s political roadmap for the 2026 assembly elections. The meeting, set to take place at an indoor venue, will also see the announcement of the party’s new state president. The BJP has been functioning without a state chief for months, creating uncertainty among party workers ahead of the polls.

According to party sources, BJP’s central observers have been in discussions with state leaders regarding the selection process. The party’s constitution mandates that more than 50% of districts must have appointed presidents before a state chief can be elected. On March 14, BJP announced district presidents for 25 districts, paving the way for the leadership selection. However, procedural requirements, including necessary signatures from proposers and supporters, delayed the final decision.

Shah’s visit comes at a time when the ruling Trinamool Congress has already launched its 2026 election campaign. On February 29, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee set a target of winning 215 seats, while Abhishek Banerjee recently held meetings with party workers to mobilize support. BJP, as the primary opposition party in the state, is under pressure to finalize its leadership and election strategy to counter TMC’s preparations.

Ahead of Shah’s visit, BJP’s top leaders in Bengal held a meeting with central observers Sunil Bansal, Mangal Pandey, and co-observer Amit Malviya to finalize the process. State BJP president Sukanta Majumdar stated, “The party is fully prepared for the election, and as soon as the central leadership gives directions, the process will be completed.” While speculation remains over whether the current leadership will be replaced, the decision will be formally announced during Shah’s visit.

Sources confirm that the framework for the March 30 meeting has already been sent to the central leadership for approval. Shah is expected to discuss the party’s Bengal election strategy, organizational changes, and cadre mobilization. The BJP’s state unit has opted for a closed-door meeting instead of a public rally, signaling a more structured approach ahead of the 2026 polls.