In a dramatic intra-party showdown, Rajiv Pratap Rudy, senior BJP leader and MP from Saran, has retained his post as General Secretary (Administration) of the Constitution Club of India (CCI). The fiercely contested election, held on Tuesday, culminated in the early hours of Wednesday after 25 rounds of counting, with Rudy defeating fellow BJP leader Sanjeev Kumar Balyan by a decisive margin of 102 votes.
A Battle Of Rudy vs Balyan
The contest was closely watched not just for its result, but for what it revealed about the internal dynamics of the BJP. With both candidates being senior leaders, the battle exposed visible factional lines within the party. Balyan, a former MP from Muzaffarnagar and Union Minister, had strong backing from the top BJP leadership and received cross-party support.
What is the Constitution Club of India (CCI)?
Founded in February 1947, the Constitution Club of India is located on Rafi Marg, close to Parliament House. It serves as a social and professional hub for current and former Members of Parliament, offering a unique space for bipartisan interaction and networking.
The Club is headed by the Lok Sabha Speaker (ex-officio President), with the Deputy Speaker as General Secretary, and also includes a Union Minister and Rajya Sabha Deputy Chair among its Vice-Presidents. It has over 1,200 members, making it a prominent institution in the capital’s political ecosystem.
Other Key Appointments
Alongside Rudy, several other members were elected—some unopposed due to withdrawal of nominations,
- Rajya Sabha MP Tiruchi Siva was elected as Secretary (Culture)
- Rajiv Shukla was elected as Secretary (Sports)
- A P Jithender Reddy from Telangana became Treasurer, currently serving as the Special Representative of the Telangana Government in Delhi
The election also determined 11 committee member positions after 14 nominations were filed.
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