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Ex-Rajasthan Minister Malviya Returns to Congress After BJP Stint

Former Rajasthan Minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya has officially returned to the Congress party after a stint with the BJP. The Rajasthan Congress Disciplinary Committee unanimously recommended his reinstatement, forwarding the case to the central leadership. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved the proposal within an hour, leading to formal orders for Malviya's return. Party sources indicate that more political switches from the BJP may be imminent, with several leaders reportedly in touch with Congress.

Key Points: Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya Rejoins Congress from BJP

  • Ex-minister rejoins Congress after leaving for BJP
  • Kharge approved reinstatement within an hour
  • State disciplinary committee recommended return
  • More political switches anticipated
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Ex Rajasthan Minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya returns to Congress

Former Rajasthan Minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya returns to Congress after BJP switch. Approval came from Kharge after state committee recommendation.

"Several BJP leaders are 'disillusioned' and in touch with Congress leaders - Shakuntala Rawat"

Jaipur, Jan 17

Former Rajasthan Minister Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya, who had left the Congress to join the BJP, returned to the grand old party.

According to party sources, the process for Malviya's return involved assessments at three levels.

After completing the internal procedure, Rajasthan Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) President Govind Singh Dotasra sent a detailed report to the All India Congress Committee (AICC) in Delhi late Friday night.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge approved the proposal within an hour, following which an official letter confirming Malviya's reinstatement was issued the same night.

Subsequently, Congress General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal sent a formal communication from Delhi to the party's Rajasthan in-charge, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, conveying approval for Malviya's return. His formal joining programme is expected to be organised soon at the state Congress headquarters.

Earlier on Friday, a meeting of the Rajasthan Congress Disciplinary Committee, chaired by former minister Udaylal Anjana, was held to consider Malviya's case.

The committee unanimously recommended his reinstatement, effectively paving the way for his return to the party he had left during the last Assembly elections.

However, a procedural complication arose as Malviya had earlier been a member of the Congress Working Committee (CWC).

According to party rules, a decision in such cases cannot be taken at the state level. The Disciplinary Committee therefore forwarded its recommendation to the PCC chief, who in turn sought approval from the central leadership.

Dotasra later clarified that since Malviya had been a CWC member, the decision was appropriately taken at the AICC level, and formal orders have now been issued.

Disciplinary Committee chairman Udaylal Anjana said that the return of several other leaders, including Kanta Bhil, Khiladi Lal Berwa, Gopal Gurjar, Kailash Meena, and Subhash Tamboli, was also discussed.

Committee member Shakuntala Rawat claimed that several BJP leaders are "disillusioned" and in touch with Congress leaders, indicating more political switches in the coming days.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good move by Congress to welcome back experienced leaders. In Rajasthan, local leadership and caste equations matter a lot. Malviya ji's return will strengthen the party's base in the tribal areas.
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Aman W
The speed of approval shows how desperate Congress is before the Lok Sabha elections. They are trying to gather any leader they can find. But what about ideology? Does it not matter anymore?
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Shakuntala Rawat
As a committee member, I can say the process was thorough. We are building a strong team in Rajasthan. The claim about more BJP leaders being in touch is based on real feedback from the ground. Congress is reviving.
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Karthik V
Typical Indian politics. Aaj kal sab ka yahi haal hai. No permanent friends or enemies, only permanent interests. The common man just wants good governance, not this drama.
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Michael C
Observing from outside, the internal party procedures seem quite bureaucratic but efficient in this case. Approved within an hour by the national president is impressive, shows centralised decision-making.
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Neha E
If more leaders are returning, it means they see a future with Congress again in Rajasthan. BJP should be worried about internal dissatisfaction. Let's see what happens in the next election! 💪

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