The party has gained a significant presence in the State, with its coalition partner, the Shiromani Akali Dal. For the individual growth of the party we have decided on a new approach and agenda, Shri Rinwa told Organiser when he was recently in Delhi. Excerpts from an interview: As new State president of the party what agenda have you decided for the party’s progress? On our precedence are holding meetings, and primary workshops and forming committees to streamline, coordinate and motivate the cadres at the grassroots level. Work would be assigned individually at the district and mandal levels and the workers would be accountable to their immediate seniors. Regarding finances for the BJP, a novel scheme for membership—the Aajeevan Sahayog Nidhi Sadasayata Abhiyan—would be launched in the categories of Rs 1,000, Rs 5,000 and Rs 10,000 annually. But I would like to add that it is optional and aims at making the party more self-dependent. We want to make office of the treasurer or finance secretary more meaningful by recording any amount spent for the organization.

This will also help in maintaining transparency. How would you assess the party’s position minus the SAD support? I would not call it a strong position but certainly we have improved it. The social structure of the State necessitates a coalition and sharing of seats is the most suitable way. I would, though, like to point out that our cadres with their dedication and commitment have won the people’s admiration. What is the BJP-SAD's common line of action? As Shri Prakash Singh Badal has recently declared, to root out corruption is our priority. The issue of electricity tariff for commercial and domestic consumption, various other taxes, octroi, law and order, especially behavior of the police towards the common man are being discussed .