As Haryana gears up for its upcoming assembly elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) finds itself grappling with a wave of resignations following the release of its first candidate list. Among the most prominent departures is that of former state minister Bachan Singh Arya, who announced his resignation after being denied a ticket to contest from Safidon. His exit is part of a broader internal rebellion that could challenge the BJP’s bid for a third term in the state.
Arya, who had been a key figure within the party, expressed deep dissatisfaction with the BJP’s decision to overlook his candidacy. Addressing a crowd of supporters, Arya stated that he would now contest the elections as an independent candidate, claiming that the people of his constituency had urged him to leave the BJP. He criticized the party for fielding “outsiders” and asserted that local sentiments were being ignored. Arya’s comments highlight a growing discontent among grassroots leaders who feel marginalized by the BJP’s ticket distribution process(ABP Live)(India Today).
The backlash from Arya is not an isolated case. The announcement of the first candidate list has triggered a string of resignations from senior leaders, including Haryana Energy Minister Ranjit Singh Chautala, and other prominent figures such as Karan Dev Kamboj and Laxman Napa. Many leaders have voiced frustration over being sidelined in favor of more recent entrants to the party, often from rival political outfits. The dissatisfaction stems from the party’s strategy of fielding turncoats and political newcomers at the expense of long-standing loyalists, creating unrest within the ranks(MoneyControl)(India Today).
Adding to the turbulence, several leaders have already announced their intentions to contest as independent candidates, a move that could split the vote and impact the BJP’s electoral prospects in key constituencies. Arya, along with others like Ranjit Singh Chautala, is expected to pose a formidable challenge to the party in areas where their personal influence is strong(ABP Live)(MoneyControl).
This internal turmoil within the BJP comes at a critical juncture, with the Haryana assembly elections scheduled for October 5, 2024. As the party deals with growing rebellion, it remains to be seen how these developments will shape its campaign and election results(India Today).
Key Takeaways:
- Bachan Singh Arya resigned after being denied a BJP ticket, and will now contest independently.
- Several other prominent BJP leaders have also resigned, citing dissatisfaction with ticket allocations.
- The resignations could undermine BJP’s electoral prospects as they prepare for the October 2024 elections.
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