BJP Organises ‘Rashtra Chintan Samvad’ in Ratia with Call to ‘Save Democracy, End Anarchy’

Ratia: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organised an intellectual gathering titled Rashtra Chintan Samvad at Kamboj Dharamshala in Ratia under the theme “Save Democracy, End Anarchy”. Former Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Jagdish Chopra attended the event as the keynote speaker. BJP office-bearers, public representatives, intellectuals and party workers participated in the programme.

Jagdish Chopra Highlights Democratic Values and National Development

Addressing the gathering, Chopra spoke about strengthening democracy, protecting constitutional values, prioritising national interests and the role of intellectuals in nation-building. He also explained the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process, highlighting the importance of accurate electoral rolls, public participation in democratic processes, and awareness of voters’ rights and responsibilities.

Discussion Focuses on Social Harmony and Public Service

The conference featured discussions on Indian culture, social harmony, national interest and public service. Speakers stressed the importance of strengthening democratic institutions, increasing public awareness and encouraging citizens to play an active role in nation-building.

Who Attended the Conference?

Several BJP leaders and local representatives attended the event, including district president Advocate Praveen Joda, former MLA Laxman Napa, chairman Baldev Groha, state vice-president Ravindra Baliyala, Radha Krishna Narang, Jagdish Sharma, Jagdeep Hooda, district general secretary Vikas Laloda and Ashok Jakhar.

Other attendees included Sarpanch Mange Ram Godara, Pramod Bansal, Vigyan Sagar Baghla, Sham Kamboj, Bhagwan Das Kamboj, Harminder Singh, Satish Handa, Nirmal Dhaliwal, Ramniwas Bhuna, Kanwal Chaudhary, Harmesh Sharma, chairman Gurtej Singh, Navneet Mehta, Nikhil Garg and Mandal president Sandeep.

Sarpanches Arvind Sihag, Gurbhej Singh, Sukhjinder, Sanjeev Kamboj and Rakesh Kamboj were also present, along with other party office-bearers, workers and prominent local residents.

The programme concluded with participants reiterating the event’s message of protecting democratic values, promoting national interests and expanding public awareness.