WebDesk X
24 March
Sandeep Dhand Ludhiana
In a significant political development ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party has been dealt a major blow as former Congress MP Naveen Jindal has crossed over to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Expressing his enthusiasm for his new political affiliation, Jindal affirmed his commitment to serving the nation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Addressing the media after formally joining the BJP, Naveen Jindal remarked, “Today marks a pivotal moment in my life. I am honored to join the BJP and contribute to Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a ‘Developed India.’ I am eager to work towards realizing this dream.”
Jindal’s departure from the Congress had been anticipated, with speculations swirling for some time. Confirming his resignation from the Congress, Jindal took to Twitter to express his gratitude to the Congress leadership and former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
In a strategic move, Naveen Jindal has been nominated as the BJP candidate from the Kurukshetra seat, further bolstering the party’s electoral prospects. The announcement of Jindal’s candidacy in the fifth list of BJP candidates has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, signaling a significant setback for the Congress party.
As the Lok Sabha elections draw near, the defection of Naveen Jindal to the BJP underscores the shifting dynamics within the political arena, setting the stage for an intense electoral battle in the days to come.