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Aaradhana Mishra assumes UP Congress presidency, Imran Masood named working chief
Aaradhana Mishra, a state legislator and daughter of senior Congress leader Pramod Tiwari, has been appointed president of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee. The appointment marks the end of Ajay Rai's tenure in the role.
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Aaradhana Mishra has taken over as president of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee, the party announced, replacing outgoing chief Ajay Rai. Mishra represents the Rampur Khas assembly constituency in Pratapgarh district and is the daughter of veteran Congress leader Pramod Tiwari.
Imran Masood, a Lok Sabha member from Saharanpur, has been named working president of the state unit. The leadership changes come as the Congress seeks to strengthen its organizational structure in Uttar Pradesh ahead of upcoming elections.
Mishra's elevation marks a significant development within the state party apparatus, with her legislative experience and family political background bringing fresh leadership to the Congress organization. Masood's appointment as working president is expected to assist in coordinating party activities across the state's various districts and constituencies.