Chandigarh, 12th July 2024 — In a significant political development, several prominent leaders and officials from various parties, including the BJP, JJP, BSP, and INLD, have joined the Congress party. The event, held in Chandigarh, saw these leaders and their supporters being welcomed into the Congress fold by Deepender Singh Hooda.
Among the notable figures who made the switch were:
- Joginder Singh Baganwala (District President Bhiwani, JJP)
- Inderjit Singh alias Navjot (BSP candidate from Karnal in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and former state executive member, JJP)
- Dr. Pawan Dhanwal (Former Member, Haryana Public Service Commission)
- Virendra Valmiki (State Secretary, JJP)
- Sandeep Bhardwaj (General Secretary, JJP)
- Virendra Panghal (General Secretary, JJP)
- Mahendra Rapadia (Vice-President Tosham, JJP)
- Jogendra Devwas (Former Employees Cell Secretary, JJP)
- Jale Singh (Former BC Cell Secretary, JJP)
- Jogendra Yadav (Secretary Tosham, JJP)
- Anuj Sharma (Vice President Kisan Morcha, BJP)
This mass defection is seen as a strategic move by the Congress to strengthen its base in Haryana ahead of the upcoming elections. Deepender Singh Hooda, welcoming the new members, stated, “Their experience and dedication will greatly enhance our efforts to serve the people of Haryana. We are united in our vision for a prosperous and inclusive future.”
The leaders expressed their reasons for joining Congress, citing the party’s inclusive policies and commitment to addressing the issues faced by the people of Haryana. This development is expected to have significant implications for the political landscape in the region, particularly in the upcoming elections.