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Aradhana Mishra Appointed UP Congress Chief, Imran Masood Working President Ahead of 2027 Polls
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News18•02-10-2026, 23:14
Aradhana Mishra Appointed UP Congress Chief, Imran Masood Working President Ahead of 2027 Polls
- •Aradhana Mishra 'Mona', a three-time MLA from Rampur Khas, has been appointed the new Uttar Pradesh Congress president, replacing Ajay Rai.
- •Saharanpur MP Imran Masood has been named working president as part of the party's organizational reshuffle, aiming to broaden outreach, including among Muslim voters.
- •Mishra, daughter of veteran Congress leader Pramod Tiwari, currently serves as the Congress Legislature Party leader in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly.
- •The leadership change comes as the Congress prepares for the 2027 Assembly elections, seeking to reset its organization and consolidate support.
- •Mishra's appointment brings a Brahmin face to the top post, while Masood's role is expected to provide a prominent Muslim face to the state leadership.
Key Questions Answered
Aradhana Mishra 'Mona', a three-time MLA from Rampur Khas, has been appointed as the new Uttar Pradesh Congress president, replacing Ajay Rai.
Saharanpur MP Imran Masood has been named the working president of the Uttar Pradesh Congress committee to help expand the party's outreach among voters.
Rajendra Pal Gautam was appointed as the new AICC in-charge for Uttar Pradesh, replacing Avinash Pandey.
