Political Dynamics Shift as Former Congress Rebel Joins BJP Ahead of By-Elections in Himachal Pradesh
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In a significant turn of events, Himachal Pradesh’s political landscape witnessed a remarkable shift as Professor Prem Kumar Dhumal, a former Congress rebel and MLA, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the upcoming by-elections in the Hamirpur parliamentary constituency.
The encounter between political guru and disciple unfolded as Dhumal, along with other rebel MLAs, visited the residence of Rajinder Rana, a former Congress MLA. Amidst political uncertainties and local compulsions, both Dhumal and Rana, after years of estrangement, embraced each other, signifying a new chapter in their political equation.
It’s worth noting that Rana had defected from the Congress party in 2017, causing a significant setback to Dhumal, who was a chief ministerial candidate at the time. Now, with Rana’s inclusion in the BJP fold, he has been nominated as the BJP candidate for the upcoming by-elections in the Sujanpur constituency.
The video footage of the reunion between Dhumal and Rana underscores the complex web of local politics and the strategic maneuvers undertaken by parties to secure victories in crucial electoral battles.
In 2017, Rana’s rebellion had dealt a severe blow to Dhumal’s political aspirations, leading to his defeat in the assembly elections by a narrow margin. However, with Rana’s entry into the BJP and subsequent ticket allocation, the political landscape in Himachal Pradesh is poised for a dramatic transformation.
The by-elections in Sujanpur will serve as a litmus test for Rana’s political fortunes and the BJP’s ability to consolidate its position in the state. As alliances shift and old grievances fade into the background, all eyes are now on the outcome of the upcoming electoral battle, which is expected to reshape the political contours of Himachal Pradesh.
