UP BJP to get new OBC chief by Dec 16; BL Verma frontrunner

• BJP is expected to announce a new Uttar Pradesh state president soon.
• An OBC leader is likely to be chosen, focusing on the 2027 assembly elections and non-Yadav OBC voters.
• The announcement for the new president could be made by December 16th, with nominations on December 13th.
• Current president Bhupendra Chaudhary met PM Modi and Amit Shah, signaling the final stage of leadership change.
• Central Minister B.L. Verma is considered a strong contender for the UP state president post.

Why It Matters: BJP will appoint an OBC leader as UP President, impacting 2027 elections.