In a surprising development for the Farooq Abdullah-led National Conference in the Jammu region, several prominent leaders, including the Kathua district president, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Sunday. The move was accompanied by a significant number of supporters and district office bearers switching allegiance from the National Conference to the BJP.
The joining ceremony took place at the BJP’s headquarters in Jammu, where Ravinder Raina, the chief of the BJP’s Jammu and Kashmir unit, along with other party leaders, welcomed the new members. During the event, Raina underscored the BJP’s commitment to the welfare of the people, emphasizing its historic contributions in healthcare, education, infrastructure development, and socio-economic progress.
Raina also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, attributing the nation’s unity and progress to his dedicated efforts. Senior BJP leader Devinder Singh Rana highlighted the party’s inclusive approach, emphasizing that every new entrant is welcomed into its fold with love and camaraderie.
Sanjeev Khajuria, who previously headed the National Conference’s Kathua district unit, explained the ground-level impact of the Modi government’s welfare schemes. He specifically hailed the prime minister’s leadership for India’s standing on the global stage.
In a separate event, former deputy chief minister and senior BJP leader Kavinder Gupta urged party cadres to strengthen the organization at the booth level to ensure victory in upcoming elections. Addressing a gathering where numerous women joined the party, Gupta emphasized the BJP’s commitment to serving the people and addressing the challenges faced by Jammu and Kashmir.
Gupta laid stress on reaching out to voters, especially women and youngsters, to counter opposition parties’ narratives. Senior BJP leader Rekha Mahajan welcomed the new members and urged them to work with dedication to strengthen the BJP’s base at the booth level.
This move is seen as a significant political development in the region, reshaping the political landscape and indicating a shift in loyalties among key leaders and supporters. The BJP leaders highlighted their party’s achievements and commitment to inclusive development, aiming to consolidate their position in the upcoming political battles.
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