Congress Loyals vs ‘Outsiders’: After Pilot-Gehlot Rift, a New Storm in Rajasthan Before Elections
As BJP is consolidating its position in Rajasthan, Congress is facing a new storm ahead of the upcoming elections. The rift between Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot and former Deputy CM Sachin Pilot is still fresh in people’s minds, and now another crisis has arisen in the state unit of the party.
Congress Rajya Sabha MP Rajendra Singh Gudha has been openly criticizing the party leadership and senior members whom he calls “outsiders” who do not have a ground-level understanding of the state. He has also proposed that the party should give more opportunities to “loyals” within the party who have been working at the grassroots level.
Gudha’s statements have caused a stir within the party. Many senior leaders consider it an attack on their authority and have criticized Gudha for openly discussing internal party matters. Some leaders have also come in support of Gudha’s idea of promoting loyal workers.
However, Gudha’s comments are not just limited to the promotion of loyal Congress workers. He has also expressed his displeasure over the inclusion of BSP MLAs in the Congress party, a move which he believes will hurt the party’s prospects in the upcoming elections.
Many political analysts see this as a case of old vs new within the Congress party. While the older members who have been associated with the Congress for decades want to continue the status quo, the newer members, including Rajendra Singh Gudha, want to bring in new ideas to rejuvenate the party.
In an attempt to quell the situation, senior Congress leaders have held meetings with Gudha and assured him that his concerns will be addressed. Many Congress leaders feel that while Gudha’s intentions may be good, his statements have caused unnecessary chaos within the party.
The upcoming Rajasthan Assembly Elections are crucial for Congress. It is facing a strong challenge from BJP, which is fresh from its victory in the recent local body elections. Congress needs to put its house in order if it wants to stand any chance of winning the elections.
In conclusion, while Rajendra Singh Gudha’s intentions may be good, his statements have caused a stir within the Congress party. At a time when BJP is consolidating its position in the state, Congress cannot afford such internal crises. The party needs to prioritize unity and work towards rejuvenating itself if it wants to stand a chance in the upcoming elections. Adopting a balanced approach and giving opportunities to both old and new members is the need of the hour for Congress.