In a significant blow to the ruling BJP in Haryana amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, three Independent MLAs have announced their withdrawal of support from the Nayab Singh Saini-led government in the state. Sombir Sangwan, Randhir Gollen, and Dharampal Gonder made this declaration at a press conference held in Rohtak, where they also expressed their decision to back the Congress party during the elections.
Addressing the media, Mr. Gonder stated, “We are retracting our support from the government and throwing our weight behind the Congress.” He cited various issues, particularly those concerning farmers, as factors influencing their decision.
Former Haryana chief minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and state Congress chief Udai Bhan were present during the announcement. Udai Bhan emphasized, “The three Independent MLAs – Sombir Sangwan, Randhir Singh Gollen, and Dharampal Gonder – have withdrawn their support to the BJP government and extended their support to the Congress.”
Highlighting the current scenario in the Haryana Assembly, Bhan pointed out, “The present strength of the Haryana Assembly, which is 88 members, includes 40 BJP members. With the withdrawal of support from both JJP MLAs and Independents, the Nayab Singh Saini government now finds itself in a minority. Consequently, he should tender his resignation without delay.”
Bhan further emphasized the urgency for immediate assembly polls in light of these developments.