# BJP MLA seeks social media followers for party posts in MP 2026-08-10T06:00:45+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Mahendra Singh Yadav, the BJP MLA from Kolaras in Madhya Pradesh, has proposed a 'digital report card' for party posts. Under the plan, a Mandal president would need at least 25,000 social media followers, and a booth president at least 1,000. Those failing to maintain digital reach could lose their positions. The proposal has sparked debate, with critics arguing that follower counts do not reflect real political influence and can be inflated. The BJP governs the state under Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. Times Now reports that the move highlights the growing use of platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube for voter outreach, especially among Gen Z. Political observers see social media metrics as indicators of mobilisation capacity, but ground-level influence may not follow. The Congress has also been strengthening grassroots structures through its 'Gaon Chalo-Booth Chalo' campaign in the state. ## Coverage - timesnownews.com Tags: BJP, digital report card, Madhya Pradesh politics, Mahendra Singh Yadav, party appointments, social media Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/bjp-mla-seeks-social-media-followers-for-party-posts-in-mp/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/bjp-mla-seeks-social-media-followers-for-party-posts-in-mp/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.