Milind Deora, a veteran leader and former Congressman, has announced his resignation from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress, ending a 55-year relationship between his family and the party. This move comes at a time when the Congress is reportedly attempting to form a nationwide coalition of parties to counter the BJP-led coalition.
Deora, the son of Congress veteran Murli Deora, has had a long and illustrious political career within the party. He won the Mumbai South seat in 2004 and 2009, and was the first runner-up in the subsequent elections in 2014 and 2019, losing to Shiv Sena (Undivided) leader Arvind Sawant.
Congress Grapples with Challenges as Milind Deora Steps Down
In a post on social media, Deora announced his resignation without giving a reason for his decision. This move has sparked speculation about his future political plans, with some suggesting that he may join an alliance party of the BJP.
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh paid tribute to Deora’s contributions to the party, saying, “He was a big leader of our party and he had friendship with all parties but he was a stalwart Congressman. I remember him today.”
Party leader Sandeep Dikshit also commented on Deora’s resignation, stating, “I will be surprised if someone like him, after leaving Congress would join an alliance party of the BJP…There are two big weaknesses in humans and those are greed and fear.”
Deora’s departure from the Congress has come as a shock to many, given his long association with the party and his reputation as a seasoned politician. His decision has sparked a flurry of questions about the future of the Congress and its ability to maintain its relevance in the current political landscape.
The Congress has been facing challenges in recent years, with the rise of the BJP and its ability to form alliances with other parties. The party has been struggling to maintain its foothold in various states, and Deora’s resignation has only added to its woes.
Milind Deora’s Exit: Impact on Congress and Maharashtra Politics
Deora’s departure has also raised questions about the future of the Congress in Maharashtra, where it has traditionally been a dominant force. The party has been facing challenges in the state, with the rise of the Shiv Sena and other regional parties. Deora’s resignation has only added to the uncertainty surrounding the party’s future in the state.
Despite the setback, the Congress has vowed to continue its efforts to form a nationwide coalition of parties to counter the BJP-led coalition. The party has been in talks with various regional parties and has expressed confidence that it can still put up a strong fight in the upcoming elections.
If not Congress then?
In the meantime, Deora’s resignation has sparked a flurry of speculation about his future political plans. While some have suggested that he may join an alliance party of the BJP, others have speculated that he may form his own party or join an existing regional party.
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Deora has remained tight-lipped about his future plans, saying only that he is committed to walking on the path of development. His supporters have expressed confidence that he will continue to serve the people of Mumbai and Maharashtra, regardless of his political affiliation.
Milind Deora’s resignation from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress has come as a shock to many, given his long association with the party and his reputation as a seasoned politician. His decision has sparked a flurry of questions about the future of the Congress and its ability to maintain its relevance in the current political landscape. Despite the setback, the Congress has vowed to continue its efforts to form a nationwide coalition of parties to counter the BJP-led coalition. Deora’s future political plans remain a subject of speculation, but one thing is certain – he will continue to be a force to be reckoned with in Mumbai and Maharashtra politics.
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