Yogi Adityanath meets PM Modi, top BJP leaders on organisational matters

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top central BJP leaders as the party undertakes a review of its political and organisational strategy.

The Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), in a social media post on ‘X’, said, “Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri @myogiadityanath met Prime Minister @narendramodi.” While no official details were shared, sources said the interaction covered key development initiatives, governance-related issues, and the broader political roadmap.

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Official sources said the CM’s meeting with PM Modi lasted over an hour, during which he presented a replica of the Ram Temple to the latter. Sources indicated that CM Yogi also discussed the ongoing SIR process with the PM.

The visit is significant, coming as it does at a time when the BJP is reassessing its organisational strength and future direction, particularly in UP.

The CM also wrote on ‘X’ that he called on the PM and BJP President J P Nadda. ”Paid a courtesy call on PM Narendra Modi today to seek his guidance. The roadmap provided by the PM for new Uttar Pradesh will infuse fresh energy into the state’s development journey,” he said.

According to sources, discussions with senior party leaders focussed on organisational matters, the prevailing political situation in the state, the forthcoming electoral strategy, and coordination between the Centre and the state government. Strengthening internal communication and ensuring closer alignment between the state leadership and the party’s central command are also key objectives of the meetings.

CM Adityanath’s visit comes amid heightened political activity within the BJP as it steps up preparations for upcoming programmes and works to further consolidate its organisational base.

In the past, the Chief Minister has frequently used his visits to the capital to hold consultations with senior leaders on both administrative and political issues.

The party leadership has also been receiving regular feedback and complaints from office-bearers and MLAs regarding administrative functioning. Managing discontent among legislators has emerged as an important task for the Chief Minister, especially after the BJP suffered a setback in UP during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Since then, efforts have been underway to reach out to dissatisfied leaders and rebuild internal cohesion.

In recent weeks, the CM’s frequent meetings with BJP MLAs from different regions of the state have been seen as part of this exercise. Against this backdrop, political circles are abuzz with talk of possible changes in the state’s political and organisational setup.

Chief Minister Adityanath also paid courtesy visit to Union Home minister Amit Shah and BJP’s National Working President Nitin Nabin.

The trip has gained added importance as both Deputy Chief Ministers—Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak—are also in Delhi. Earlier on Monday, Brajesh Pathak met Nitin Nabin, adding to the political buzz.

According to party sources, discussions are underway on filling vacant ministerial positions, with possibilities ranging from the induction of new faces to changes in portfolios of existing ministers. A final decision is expected after consultations with the party’s high command.