Shocking Twist: Ashok Tanwar’s Dramatic Shift – Campaigns for BJP, Supports Congress Same Day | Political Pulse Exclusive
Ashok Tanwar, a prominent political figure in Haryana, was actively campaigning for BJP candidate Ram Kumar Gautam in Safidon, Jind district, before making a surprising return to the Congress party during a rally in Mahendragarh. Tanwar, who first left the Congress five years ago, expressed his commitment to aiding the party and transforming Haryana into a leading state. His sudden switch reportedly took even some close party members off guard, as he had been in direct contact with senior figures, including Rahul Gandhi, without informing the state unit.
Tanwar’s rejoining the Congress is seen as a strategic move to counteract BJP’s allegations of the Congress being an “anti-Dalit” party, amid tensions between Bhupinder Singh Hooda and Dalit leaders like Kumari Selja. Previously known for his dynamic role within Congress, Tanwar had ventured through various political affiliations, including the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC), after feeling sidelined from state politics post his 2019 exit.
Despite having supported the BJP and its leaders extensively, campaigning alongside figures like CM Nayab Singh Saini, Tanwar’s ideological crossroads led him back to his roots in Congress. His political journey reflects significant shifts against a backdrop of state and national politics, highlighting how personal and political alliances influence such movements. This return to Congress is anticipated to strengthen the party’s stance in Haryana and potentially alter the political dynamics as assembly elections approach.
Original Story https://indianexpress.com/article/political-pulse/bjp-ashok-tanwar-joins-congress-haryana-9601721/
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