Chandigarh: The Haryana Assembly Elections have taken a dramatic turn as rebel leaders from the Congress and BJP have filed nominations as independents, posing a significant challenge to their former parties.
Congress Faces Bigger Rebellion
A total of 23 senior Congress leaders, including veterans like Rohita Revadi, Sampat Singh, and Upendra Kaur Ahluwalia, have rebelled against the party, citing biased behavior. Former MLAs Rohita Revadi and Vijay Jain, who joined the Congress just three months ago, have resigned and entered the fray as independents.
BJP Also Faces Rebellion
Despite damage control efforts, 10 BJP rebels remain in the election fray. Former minister Savitri Jindal and Gautam Sardana have filed independent candidatures in Hisar, while Sirsa BJP leader Govind Kanda has filed an independent application in Fatehabad constituency.
Key Rebel Leaders
Some notable rebel leaders include:
- Former Finance Minister Sampat Singh (Congress)
- Former MLAs Rohita Revadi and Vijay Jain (Congress)
- Former minister Jaswinder Singh Sandhu's son Jastej Sandhu (Congress)
- Adarsh Pal (Aam Aadmi Party)
- Savitri Jindal and Gautam Sardana (BJP)
- Govind Kanda (BJP)
Impact on Elections
The rebellion poses a significant threat to the prospects of Congress and BJP candidates, with rebels potentially splitting votes and altering the electoral landscape.
Last-Minute Withdrawals
With the nomination deadline passed, attention turns to potential withdrawals. Will rebel leaders reconsider their decision, or will they continue to challenge their former parties? The outcome remains uncertain, adding to the excitement and unpredictability of the Haryana Assembly Elections.
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