Ranchi, April 6 -- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday used its 47th foundation day celebrations in Jharkhand to push a sharper ideological and political message, combining cadre mobilisation with a renewed attack on the Congress and a broader pitch around nationalism, governance and organisational strength.

The main state-level programme was held at the BJP's state headquarters in Ranchi, while party leaders and workers also hoisted party flags at offices and residences across Jharkhand as part of a coordinated statewide observance.

Addressing party workers, state BJP president Aditya Sahu said the party's rise from the margins to national prominence was rooted in ideology and organisational commitment, and contrasted the BJP's po...