The Madhya Pradesh Congress has launched a new political experiment that has stirred fresh debate in state politics. The party announced a “Talent Hunt Programme” to select new spokespersons and strengthen its public communication against the BJP.
State Congress president Jitu Patwari formally unveiled the initiative during a press conference. He said the party needs committed voices who understand current issues and can present Congress ideology clearly. He stressed that selection will focus on merit, subject knowledge, and communication skills.
Under the programme, candidates can apply until February 28. The process will run from district to national level. Interviews will take place at the divisional level. AICC-appointed coordinators, senior leaders, district presidents, and the talent hunt committee will assess applicants. The All India Congress Committee will take the final decision.
The party plans to select 20 state spokespersons. It will also appoint media panelists at state, divisional, district, and national levels, including a dedicated English media panelist.
The BJP mocked the move and questioned Congress intent. BJP MLA Rameshwar Sharma said Congress lacks internal talent. Ministers Govind Singh Rajput and Pradyuman Singh Tomar added that Congress needs experience, not experiments.
The initiative has turned spokesperson selection into a political flashpoint. The coming weeks will show whether the talent hunt delivers strong voices or remains a political talking point.
