The Congress party has appointed Rajendra Pal Gautam as the new All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge for Uttar Pradesh. The appointment is part of the party's organizational restructuring aimed at strengthening its presence in the state. Gautam, a prominent Dalit leader, has been entrusted with coordinating party activities and improving grassroots engagement across Uttar Pradesh.

The move comes as the Congress prepares for upcoming elections and seeks to expand its support base in Uttar Pradesh. Party leaders believe Gautam's experience in public life and organizational work will help reinforce the party's outreach efforts, enhance coordination among state leaders, and strengthen its electoral strategy in one of India's most politically significant states.