Neither sought a post nor a ticket... served the organization for years; now the BJP has fielded ‘Papadsa’ as its candidate from Ward 58

Bikaner. In politics, there are many faces seen with the party only after securing a position, but there are also workers who toil for the party without expecting anything in return. The story of Satish Kiradu—affectionately known as ‘Papadsa’—a BJP worker from Bikaner, is one such tale.

Having been associated with the organization since the Jana Sangh era, ‘Papadsa’ witnessed the days of the party's struggle when both the number of workers and resources were limited. Having seen that very organization grow strong and reach the pinnacle of power, ‘Papadsa’ has now been accorded great honor by the BJP, which has fielded him as its candidate for Ward 58 in the municipal corporation elections.

When leaders sat on the dais, ‘Papadsa’ would lay out the floor mats!

The most interesting aspect of ‘Papadsa’s’ political journey is that he never considered any task within the organization too small. Whether it was manning a polling booth, organizing meetings, or laying out mats for leaders and workers to sit on—he fulfilled every responsibility entrusted to him with utmost dedication.

He witnessed the Jana Sangh era, the Emergency, and the gradual strengthening of the BJP. Even as the party emerged from its initial struggles to become a major political force in the country, ‘Papadsa’s’ identity remained unchanged—that of a humble party worker. No race for office, no demand for a ticket, and no desire for a high-ranking position. This is precisely why, upon receiving the ticket for Ward 58, his old associates are describing it as a "reward for his service to the organization."

The party awarded a ticket to the very man who never asked for one.

By fielding Satish Kiradu from Ward 58, the BJP has sent a message that is currently the talk of the party. There is great enthusiasm among the supporters of ‘Papadsa’ after he secured the election ticket through the efforts of MLA Jethanand Vyas.

‘Papadsa’ is overjoyed following the announcement of the party's decision. For this dedicated worker—who has spent years actively handling tasks for the organization, both big and small—this opportunity is no less significant than holding a formal political office.

Old associates remark: "Today, it is the turn of the man who used to lay the carpets."

News of ‘Papadsa’ receiving the ticket sparked excitement among his long-time associates. Anand Vyas, former president of the Old City Mandal, welcomed the party's decision and expressed his delight. Praising MLA Jethanand Vyas’s efforts, he noted that giving such an opportunity to a worker of this caliber is a matter of pride for the organization's grassroots cadre.

Many other leaders and workers—including BJP leaders Ram Kumar Vyas, Shekhar Acharya, Anand Joshi, Kishor Acharya, Priyankar Kochar, Rajendra Gehlot, and Durga Shankar Acharya ‘Tanu’—also welcomed the nomination and expressed their gratitude to MLA Jethanand Vyas.

Recognition for Jan Sangh veteran ‘Papadsa’ as he seeks votes in Ward 58

This milestone in his political journey is truly special. The worker who once laid out carpets for leaders will now step into the electoral arena as a leader himself. Carrying the banner of the very organization he served selflessly for years, ‘Papadsa’ will now approach the voters of Ward 58.

A particular sentiment is circulating among BJP workers regarding this nomination: "He never chased after positions; he simply remained loyal to the party... and in the end, the party itself came to his doorstep with the ticket." Now, within the party...