Irani says Nitin Nabin elevation reflects party culture dedication perseverance and commitment.
Managing Editor of NewsX , Rishabh Gulati with former Union Minister Smriti Irani. (Image: File)
New Delhi: Senior BJP leader and former Union Minister Smriti Irani, while addressing the India News Manch 2025 organised by the ITV Network, said that the appointment of Nitin Nabin as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s new working president clearly reflects the organisation’s appreciation of dedication, perseverance, and sustained hard work. She stated that his elevation underlines the party’s belief in recognising those who consistently contribute and remain committed to the organisation.
Elaborating further on Nitin Nabin’s elevation as BJP National Working President, Irani said that his appointment is the outcome of years of struggle and determination. She added that entrusting him with such a significant responsibility sends a strong message within the party that sustained effort, loyalty, and commitment are duly rewarded with key leadership roles.
Launching a sharp attack on the Congress, Smriti Irani said that fixing the party’s internal problems is entirely its own responsibility. She alleged that the Congress has reached a point where it appears comfortable even after repeated electoral defeats. According to her, the opposition today lacks both fresh ideas and meaningful issues, resulting in an absence of effective resistance in national politics. Referring to Bihar, she said that the Congress raised the SIR issue and faced a crushing defeat, yet has failed to draw lessons from the outcome and continues to raise the same issue.
Continuing her criticism of the Congress, Irani reiterated that how the party chooses to manage its internal affairs is not her concern. She alleged that the Congress has become a party that remains satisfied despite losing elections. She further claimed that the opposition currently lacks vision, direction, and substantive issues, which has weakened its role in challenging the government at the national level.
Responding to questions about her shift between politics and television and her decision to never take breaks, Smriti Irani said that opportunities are rare and should not be ignored. Highlighting her 30-year career, including 25 years in public roles, she said, “Someone like me will rest only when I die,” adding that moving between opportunities has helped her grow and refine her skills. She noted that achieving success in two fields is uncommon, and seizing opportunities is key to learning and development.
Irani added that she will continue gaining experience through both her creative work and political responsibilities, describing herself as fortunate to have continuous opportunities and committed to making the most of every role. On work-life balance, she reiterated that those driven by passion do not prioritise balance, while those constantly seeking it often fall short of their goals. She reaffirmed that she has never left politics, with her career beginning directly in Parliament rather than through party organisational roles.
