Newly appointed Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon formally assumed office on Wednesday at the party's state headquarters in Chandigarh, pledging to strengthen the party's presence in Punjab and safeguard the state's interests.

The ceremony, held at the BJP's Sector 37 office, was attended by several senior party leaders, including Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh, Rajya Sabha member Satnam Singh Sandhu, former Punjab BJP presidents Sunil Jakhar and Ashwani Sharma, along with a large gathering of party workers and supporters.

Dhillon took charge of the post after participating in religious ceremonies and receiving blessings in accordance with Sikh traditions.

Addressing party members and supporters, Dhillon said the BJP would work to take the policies and achievements of the central government to every household in Punjab while expanding the party's organizational strength across the state.

"We will ensure that the policies and work of the central government reach every home," Dhillon said. "At the same time, we will further strengthen the BJP in Punjab and remain committed to protecting the interests of the state."