Chandigarh, June 3 -- Punjab BJP's newly appointed state president, Kewal Singh Dhillon, formally assumed office on Wednesday and declared that the party would work towards establishing a government in the state in 2027, inspired by the governance model of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, where all communities were treated equally.

A ceremonial function was held to mark the occasion, during which prayers were offered and Dhillon officially took charge.

A portrait of Maharaja Ranjit Singh was also unveiled at the BJP office. Calling the day historic, Dhillon said the Maharaja's rule was known for fairness and equal treatment of all sections of society and asserted that the BJP would seek to replicate those ideals if voted to power in Punjab.

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