# CHP provincial leadership changes in Turkey

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chp-provincial-leadership-changes-in-turkey
> Updated: 2026-10-05T18:16:00.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Ayhan Oran resigned as the Republican People's Party (CHP) Provincial Chair for Denizli on October 5, 2026. Oran, who had been in the role since July 2026, cited health concerns as the primary reason for his departure, noting that doctors warned him regarding his ability to manage the intense work schedule. 

In his resignation statement, Oran clarified that his decision was not due to a lack of commitment to the party, stating, ‘I am leaving the office; but I am not leaving the Republican People's Party or this great struggle itself.’ He expressed gratitude to the CHP leadership for their trust during his tenure.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-05: Ayhan Oran resigns as CHP Denizli Provincial Chair

Ayhan Oran has resigned as the CHP Denizli Provincial Chair, citing health issues and medical advice to reduce his intense political workload.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ayhan-oran-resigns-as-chp-denizli-provincial-chair

### 2026-09-16: Sait Özkan appointed as CHP Manisa Provincial Chairman

Sait Özkan has been appointed as the new CHP Manisa Provincial Chairman, replacing Engin Uzun, who resigned due to health concerns.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sait-zkan-appointed-as-chp-manisa-provincial-chairman

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