BJP Gears Up for Presidential Election: Nitin Nabin Anticipated as Successor

The BJP has released the schedule for its presidential election, with nominations due on January 19. Nitin Nabin is expected to be elected unopposed as the national president, succeeding JP Nadda. The announcement is set for January 20, and key party figures support Nabin's candidature.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 16-01-2026 13:05 IST | Created: 16-01-2026 13:05 IST
BJP Gears Up for Presidential Election: Nitin Nabin Anticipated as Successor
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The BJP has announced its timeline for electing a new national president, setting the nomination date for January 19, with the announcement of the new leader to follow on January 20.

Nitin Nabin is poised to become the BJP's national president, likely running unopposed, with strong backing from senior party members, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, according to insiders.

The organizational poll schedule, overseen by BJP national returning officer K Laxman, outlines a concise nomination and withdrawal process on January 19. Should a vote be required, it will occur on the following day, culminating in the official declaration of the new president.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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