Amidst heightened political tensions and rumblings within Haryana’s political landscape, BJP Member of Parliament from Hisar, Brijendra Singh, tendered his resignation from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and promptly made a noteworthy entry into the ranks of the Indian National Congress. The political maneuver, which unfolded on Sunday, drew attention not only for the magnitude of the shift but also for the underlying reasons cited by Brijendra Singh.
I have resigned from the primary membership of BJP,due to compelling political reasons.
I extend gratitude to the party, National President Sh. JP Nadda, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, & Sh Amit Shah for giving me the opportunity to serve as the Member of Parliament for Hisar.— Brijendra Singh (@BrijendraSpeaks) March 10, 2024
In a statement released shortly after his decision, Brijendra Singh elucidated his resignation, attributing it to what he termed as “compelling political reasons.” Expressing gratitude towards the BJP leadership, including National President Sh. JP Nadda, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, and Sh. Amit Shah, Singh emphasized his appreciation for the opportunity to serve as the Member of Parliament for Hisar.
The timing of Brijendra Singh’s resignation couldn’t be more crucial, considering the backdrop of simmering discord within the BJP-JJP alliance in Haryana. Singh, in an interview with ANI, highlighted one such issue that resonated during a recent rally in Jind, alluding to the concerns over the BJP’s alliance with the Jannayak Janata Party (JJP). This discord, coupled with his familial lineage deeply rooted in Haryana politics, likely played a pivotal role in his decision-making process.
Brijendra singh’s political trajectory
Brijendra Singh’s political trajectory is marked by a blend of administrative prowess and familial legacy. A former Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, Singh’s journey from civil service to mainstream politics underscores his multifaceted background. Hailing from a politically influential family with roots tracing back to iconic figures such as Chhotu Ram, Singh’s entry into politics was neither accidental nor solely driven by familial ties.
However, his recent decision to switch allegiances isn’t devoid of familial context. With his father, Chaudhary Birender Singh, a prominent political figure in Haryana, speculations are rife that he might follow suit and join the Congress ranks. Birender Singh, known for his previous affiliations with both the Congress and the BJP, had previously hinted at potential disillusionment with the BJP’s political alignments in Haryana.
As the political landscape in Haryana continues to evolve, Brijendra Singh’s move serves as a harbinger of potential realignments and power shifts within the state’s political framework. The ramifications of his decision are likely to reverberate not only within the BJP-JJP alliance but also in the broader context of Haryana’s political dynamics, setting the stage for intriguing developments in the days to come.