'Will dedicate body, mind, resources': Imran Masood on UPCC Role
Newly appointed UPCC Working President Imran Masood pledges total commitment to rebuilding the Congress organizational base in Uttar Pradesh.
In a significant move to bolster the party's presence in Uttar Pradesh, newly appointed Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee (UPCC) Working President and Saharanpur MP Imran Masood has pledged his absolute commitment to the party's mission. Speaking on his new role following a major organizational reshuffle, Masood vowed to dedicate his "body, mind, and resources" to meeting the expectations set by the Congress high command.
A Mission to Rebuild the Party Base
The appointment comes at a crucial juncture for the Congress party in Uttar Pradesh, as it undergoes a massive organizational overhaul. Masood, who will work under the new state leadership, emphasized that his primary goal is to ensure the party remains strong and resilient across the state.
"I will work wherever the party assigns me. If it is the party's wish that I work here, then I will work here; our sole objective and goal is our party, to keep it standing strong and to build it up," Masood stated. He expressed readiness to fulfill any responsibility handed to him by the leadership to ensure the party's growth.
Booth-Level Reorganization Underway
A key component of the party's strategy involves strengthening its presence at the grassroots level. Masood revealed that the process of forming booth-level committees is nearing completion. According to the MP, the organizational rebuilding program is progressing rapidly, with lists for approximately 80% of the booths already submitted. He expects the entire process to be finalized within the coming days.
Focus on Inclusivity and National Interest
Addressing the identity and character of the Congress party, Masood highlighted its inclusive nature. He asserted that the party does not cater to any specific group but represents the diverse fabric of the Indian population.
"The Congress does not belong to any single group; it is a party of the masses; it belongs to everyone. It represents the forward castes, the backward classes, Dalits, Muslims, Jains, Sikhs, and Buddhists alike," Masood said. He further noted that the party's focus remains on the interest of the nation rather than focusing on any specific caste or religion.
Major Leadership Changes in UPCC
The appointment of Masood is part of a broader restructuring within the state unit. In a significant shift, the Congress party has appointed state MLA Aradhana Misra 'Mona' as the new president of the UPCC, replacing the outgoing state chief Ajay Rai. The official notification for these appointments was signed by AICC General Secretary KC Venugopal.
Aradhana Misra, the daughter of senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Pramod Tiwari, previously held the position of the leader of the Congress Legislature Party (CLP) in the state assembly, marking a major transition in the state's political leadership.