Panipat, July 9, 2024 — In a significant political development, senior BJP leader Vijay Jain has resigned from the party, citing neglect in development works in his constituency and ward. Jain, who was a primary member and held various positions within the BJP, submitted his resignation via WhatsApp to District President Dushyant Bhatt on Monday. He has now joined the Congress under the leadership of former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda.
Reasons for Resignation
In his resignation letter, Jain expressed his frustration over the lack of attention to development projects in his constituency and Ward 26. He mentioned feeling deeply hurt by this neglect, which prompted him to resign from all party positions, including his primary membership.
Jain’s resignation follows a similar move by former Panipat City MLA Rohita Rewari, who also left the BJP and joined the Congress under Hooda’s leadership just before the Lok Sabha elections. Rewari and her husband, Surendra Rewari, cited similar reasons for their departure from the BJP.
Political Aspirations and Allegations
Vijay Jain was a contender for a ticket from the Panipat Rural Assembly. He accused the BJP of discrimination in development projects within his assembly and ward. Jain’s resignation and subsequent shift to Congress come as a blow to the BJP, especially given his influence and support base.
On Monday, Jain, accompanied by a convoy of around 150 vehicles, headed to Rohtak to join the Congress officially. His move to Congress is seen as a strategic realignment ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Background in Politics
Jain entered politics as a municipal councilor from Ward 26 in the 2019 urban local body elections on a BJP ticket. Throughout his tenure, he frequently raised issues regarding development works in the council and accused the administration of ignoring his ward’s needs. Despite these challenges, he continued his public outreach and recently inaugurated an office in Sector 13-17, inviting prominent individuals from various colonies and villages within the Panipat Rural Assembly.
Response and Future Steps
District President Dushyant Bhatt has acknowledged receiving Jain’s resignation and informed the party leadership. A decision regarding the resignation and the subsequent course of action will be taken soon.
Conclusion
Vijay Jain’s resignation from the BJP and his switch to the Congress under Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s leadership highlight the ongoing political shifts and dissatisfaction within the party ranks. As the political landscape in Panipat evolves, the focus will be on how these changes influence the upcoming assembly elections and the broader political dynamics in Haryana.
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