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News India Live, Digital Desk: The crushing defeat of the BJP-supported candidate in the municipal elections and the record victory of rebel Sanjeev Singh have forced the local leadership of the party to introspect.
1. Etiquette or political compulsion?
BJP’s Dhanbad MLA immediately after winning the election Raj Sinha Reaching ‘Singh Mansion’ (Sanjeev Singh’s residence) and congratulating him is a sign of a big change.
Welcome with sweets: Raj Sinha not only congratulated Sanjeev Singh on his victory but also made him clear that the party is no longer in the mood to take any disciplinary action against him.
MLA’s statement: Raj Sinha called it a ‘courtesy’ and said that it is necessary to work together with the Mayor for the development of Dhanbad.
2. Record Victory of Sanjeev Singh
Sanjeev Singh created history by contesting elections as an independent (rebel) candidate:
Margin of victory: He defeated his nearest rival and JMM supported candidate. Chandrashekhar Agarwal To 31,902 votes Defeated by.
BJP’s plight: Candidates officially supported by BJP Sanjeev Kumar He lagged behind at fourth position in this race, which is considered a big blow for the party.
3. Increased stature of ‘Singh Mansion’
With this victory, the dominance of ‘Singh Mansion’ has been re-established in the politics of Dhanbad.
Husband-wife public representative: Sanjeev Singh becoming mayor and his wife Ragini Singh Being already BJP MLA from Jharia, this family has now become the most powerful center of the politics of the district.
Supporters’ enthusiasm: After the victory, posts are being shared on social media calling Sanjeev Singh the “real saffron bearer” and the “lion of BJP”, which shows his popularity among the workers.
4. Why is the party adopting a soft stance?
Political experts believe that BJP does not want to upset Sanjeev Singh in view of the upcoming Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in 2029.
Mass base: Sanjeev Singh has proved that despite not being a party symbol, he has a strong support base.
Inner resentment: A faction within the BJP was already angry with the local organization over ticket distribution. Embracing Sanjeev Singh back is an attempt at damage control.
North India Statesman