appointed Chhattisgarh Bharatiya Janata Party in-charge Smriti Irani arrived in the capital on Sunday for her maiden official visit since assuming organisational charge of the State. Upon her arrival at the Raipur airport, she was received by a delegation of senior party functionaries and elected representatives, including MP Brijmohan Agrawal, Rajya Sabha MP Lakshmi Verma, MLA Rajesh Munat, and Raipur Mayor Meenal Choubey. Following her arrival, she proceeded to the BJP State Headquarters, where Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai welcomed and met with her to discuss party activities.

 

The two-day visit has generated significant enthusiasm among local party workers and cadres.Adhering to organisational directives advising against promotional hoardings and banners, party flags were deployed across key thoroughfares in the capital instead. Additionally, a bike rally planned by the Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha was called off late Saturday evening. Addressing reporters at the airport, MP Brijmohan Agrawal welcomed the State in-charge, stating that her leadership and extensive organisational experience would further strengthen party operations in Chhattisgarh. Regarding the absence of welcoming hoardings, Agrawal remarked that such displays are typically organised by leaders preparing for electoral contests, whereas seasoned organisation leaders prioritize strengthening grassroots structures without unnecessary competition. Rajya Sabha MP Lakshmi Verma added that the scheduled series of organisational meetings will bolster cadre engagement across the State.