Bihar Minister Nitin Naveen appointed as BJP National Working President
Bihar minister Nitin Nabin has been appointed BJP national working president, signaling a generational shift in the party and making him the first leader from the state likely to eventually succeed J. P. Nadda as national president.
Nabin entered electoral politics when the BJP fielded him from Patna West in 2006, after the seat fell vacant following the death of his father and veteran party leader Navin Kishore Sinha.
Nearly two decades later, he is a five-term MLA, winning consecutive elections from the rechristened Bankipur constituency.
The choice surprised many, consistent with the BJP’s history of naming dark horses to key positions. Nabin, meanwhile, was attending public functions in his constituency, thanking party workers for their support in the recent assembly elections.
Even before his appointment was officially announced, he said, “I bow before the workers of the party whose hard work creates many Nitin Nabins.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Nabin, saying, “He is a young and industrious leader with rich organisational experience and has an impressive record as MLA as well as Minister in Bihar for multiple terms. He has diligently worked to fulfil people’s aspirations. He is known for his humble nature and grounded style of working. I am confident that his energy and dedication will strengthen our party in the times to come.”
Union home minister Amit Shah said, “Nabin possesses extensive experience of working among the people and his elevation is an honour for every young BJP worker who toils day and night.”