The party has appointed Vijay Inder Singla, a former Punjab minister and ex-MP from Sangrur, as the in-charge of this department. The decision comes at a time when Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge is urging party leaders to take proactive steps regarding properties that were once under the party’s control but were lost after the first split in its ranks. The establishment of this new department signals a renewed focus on safeguarding Congress’ assets and revitalising its presence at the local level, according to sources. The new department is part of the Congress party’s broader efforts to manage and secure its resources across the nation, say political analysts. He will also continue as the joint treasurer of the All India Congress Committee (AICC) and will continue to hold both roles with immediate effect, a statement from AICC general secretary, organisation, K.C. Venugopal, confirmed. The department will be based at the party’s headquarters at Indira Bhawan in New Delhi.
