In a significant political development, Kiran Choudhry and her daughter Shruti Choudhry, along with their supporters, have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) after resigning from the Congress. The event took place at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi and was attended by senior party leaders including Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini.
Kiran Choudhry, who represents Tosham constituency in Bhiwani district as a Congress MLA, cited issues within the Haryana Congress as the primary reason for leaving the party. She expressed discontent with the party’s functioning, alleging that it had become focused on individual leadership rather than collective growth. Her resignation from the Congress came a day before joining the BJP, marking a significant shift in her political allegiance.
Statements from Kiran Choudhry and Shruti Choudhry
Addressing the media after joining the BJP, Kiran Choudhry emphasized her dedication to public service and her admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s governance. She praised the BJP’s initiatives for public welfare and development, highlighting her past collaborations with Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar despite previous disagreements.
Shruti Choudhry, who held a prominent position in the Haryana Congress as its working president, echoed her mother’s sentiments. She expressed admiration for PM Modi’s leadership and the BJP’s vision for a prosperous India. Shruti also paid tribute to her grandfather, Chaudhary Bansi Lal, a former Chief Minister of Haryana and BJP stalwart, whose legacy she intends to uphold within the party.
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The defection of Kiran Choudhry and Shruti Choudhry along with their supporters is seen as a setback for the Congress in Haryana. It underscores internal rifts within the state unit of the Congress and highlights the BJP’s efforts to strengthen its presence ahead of upcoming elections. The BJP leaders present at the event welcomed the newcomers, emphasizing their commitment to the party’s principles and future goals.
With Kiran Choudhry and Shruti Choudhry’s switch to the BJP, the political landscape in Haryana undergoes a notable transformation. Their departure from the Congress, citing organizational issues, underscores broader challenges facing the party.
Meanwhile, the BJP gains experienced leaders and their supporters, positioning itself strategically for future electoral contests in the state.
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