Nagpur: The Congress party on Wednesday launched a statewide organisational overhaul in Maharashtra, appointing 37 central observers and senior leaders to spearhead a campaign aimed at rebuilding its structure from the grassroots level ahead of key political challenges.The initiative, ‘Organisation Creation Campaign’, has been rolled out by the Congress under the direction of party president Mallikarjun Kharge, who has tasked a mix of central observers and state leaders with executing the exercise across districts.The appointments were made on the recommendation of state president Harshwardhan Sapkal and state in-charge Ramesh Chennithala. Senior figures, including Balasaheb Thorat, Nana Patole, Satej Patil, Manikrao Thakre, Naseem Khan, Amit Deshmukh, Yashomati Thakur, and Nitin Raut have been entrusted with key responsibilities, along with former ministers, MPs, MLAs, and senior office-bearers. Many from Vidarbha have found a place in the list of campaigners.According to party leaders, the observers will travel across districts to engage directly with local office-bearers and grassroots workers, oversee organisational restructuring, and facilitate appointments at various levels. The campaign seeks to ensure that party positions, including district presidents, are filled through a structured and transparent process.“The campaign aims to strengthen the party from the booth level to the state level, empower dedicated workers, and ensure transparent distribution of responsibilities,” the party said, adding that it would prioritise wider participation of women and youth in organisational roles.The move comes as the grand old party attempts to consolidate its base in Maharashtra following the 2024 assembly elections, where regional dynamics and shifting alliances have intensified political competition. By focusing on booth-level strengthening and decentralised leadership, the party aims to rebuild its cadre network and improve coordination across districts. The emphasis on direct engagement with local units is expected to address internal gaps and streamline decision-making processes.The Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee said the campaign would ensure that appointments across levels are made systematically, with an emphasis on inclusivity and organisational discipline, positioning the party for future electoral contests in the state.
