Congress announces 45 new national coordinators for its SC Department, signalling a major organisational overhaul. The move aims to boost grassroots outreach, inclusivity, and representation, while strengthening the party’s connect with unorganised workers and marginalised communities nationwide.
In a decisive organisational revamp, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) on Tuesday announced the appointment of 45 National Coordinators for the Scheduled Caste (SC) Department, marking one of the party’s most significant internal restructurings in recent months. The move, approved by Congress President, aims to reinvigorate grassroots connections and reinforce the party’s commitment to inclusivity and social justice.
The announcement was made through an official statement issued by AICC General Secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal, MP, underscoring a renewed focus on diversity and regional balance within the Congress’s national leadership.
“This expansion brings together experience, youth, and representation from every corner of India,” Venugopal said in the release, noting that the appointments reflect the leadership’s determination to empower marginalised voices within the party’s core structure.
Blend of Experience and Emerging Leadership
The newly appointed coordinators represent a broad mix of seasoned leaders and rising party talents, reflecting Congress’s bid to rejuvenate its organisational base. Among the prominent appointees are Rajkumar Verka, SP Singh, Chandrasen B Rao, and Adv Meghna Sehra—figures known for their extensive work in community mobilisation and social advocacy.
The inclusion of younger leaders such as Pramod Jayant and Teena Chaudhary signals the leadership’s intention to cultivate fresh perspectives and dynamic political engagement. Their presence, party insiders suggest, is expected to inject new energy into the Congress’s outreach efforts, particularly in states where SC representation remains politically decisive.
Geographical and Professional Diversity
The appointments cut across India’s vast socio-political landscape, with Sukhvinder Singh Kotli from Punjab and N Preetham from the South symbolising a nationwide organisational presence. The team also includes legal experts like Adv. Rahul Raj and Adv. CV Santha Kumar, whose inclusion indicates a sharper focus on policy-driven advocacy and legal empowerment for SC communities.
Similarly, social activists such as Dakxin Bajrange Chhara and Ajay Paswan bring a wealth of grassroots experience and a strong record of community mobilisation, blending activism with political organisation.
The leadership has also given significant attention to gender inclusion, appointing several women leaders—including Reena Valmiki, Harshita Gandhi, and Ashwini Khobragade—in visible national roles. Their induction underscores the Congress’s ongoing efforts to promote gender equity across organisational ranks, particularly within marginalised social groups.
Parallel Revamp in Unorganised Workers and Employees Congress
In addition to the SC Department overhaul, the Congress President also approved new appointments in the Unorganised Workers and Employees Congress (KKC)—a wing representing the country’s massive informal labour sector.
The newly appointed leaders include Vice Chairpersons Ramesh Kumar Yadav and Nawab Shaik Ibrahim, Secretary Shahid Ali, and Regional Coordinator Dr. Anshu J Anthony.
Further expanding regional representation, Thoudam John Singh has been named State Chairperson for Manipur, and Chilambarasan has been appointed State Chairperson for Puducherry.
According to the AICC release, the move is strategically designed to enhance the party’s connect with the unorganised workforce, a segment that plays a vital role in India’s socio-economic structure yet remains underrepresented politically.
Rebuilding the Party’s Organisational Strength
Party sources suggest that these sweeping appointments form part of a larger plan to revitalise the Congress’s internal structure and strengthen coordination across its numerous departments.
“The Congress leadership recognises that a strong organisational network among SC communities and unorganised workers is critical for political resurgence,” a senior party functionary noted.
While details about the specific portfolios and functions of the new coordinators are expected soon, Venugopal’s office hinted that further announcements could follow in the coming weeks, potentially covering other social and community-based departments.
The revamp, analysts say, could redefine the Congress’s approach to social justice politics by empowering cadres at the district and block levels and ensuring that the voices of marginalised groups are integrated into the party’s broader decision-making process.
Strategic Timing Ahead of Political Challenges
The timing of the restructuring is particularly notable as the Congress prepares for a series of state elections and the run-up to the 2026 political season. The strengthening of the SC Department and the KKC is seen as a tactical move to fortify the party’s base among disadvantaged and working-class communities—both crucial voter blocs.
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With this major overhaul, the Congress signals not just an administrative reshuffle but a renewed ideological commitment to equality, representation, and inclusion—principles deeply rooted in its legacy.
As the AICC continues its internal reforms, the appointments are being viewed as a significant step toward rebuilding trust and grassroots engagement—a prerequisite for the party’s long-term political revival.
