New Delhi, Jan. 20 -- Union Minister JP Nadda on Tuesday congratulated Nitin Nabin as he took charge as the BJP national president, saying the party will expand its reach to new states and achieve success in regions where it has not yet prevailed.

Nadda expressed confidence that under Nabin's leadership and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP will grow stronger and "make the lotus bloom" in states like Bengal, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, Assam, and Kerala.

Addressing party leaders and workers at the party headquarters in the national capital, Nadda said, "You (Nitin Nabin) have taken on the responsibility as the 12th National President of such a great party. Many congratulations and best wishes to you. Under the leadership of Prime Minist...