The Congress party has made it clear that its sitting Members of Parliament (MPs) from Haryana will not be contesting in the upcoming Assembly elections. This decision has put an end to any hopes held by senior MP Kumari Selja, who had previously expressed her desire to run for the state assembly. Congress in-charge of Haryana, Deepak Babaria, reiterated that no sitting MPs will be given the go-ahead to compete, amidst reports of Selja and Randeep Surjewala being potential candidates. This announcement also seemingly puts to rest the speculation of another senior leader, Hooda’s son, being fielded as a candidate.
Congress Denies Sitting MPs Contest in Haryana Assembly Elections
The Congress party has recently declared that its current Members of Parliament (MPs) in Haryana will not be permitted to contest in the upcoming state assembly elections. This decision dashed the aspirations of veteran MP Kumari Selja, who had openly expressed her interest in running for the assembly.
Background
The Congress party's decision stems from a long-standing policy of discouraging sitting MPs from contesting simultaneously in state assembly elections. The party believes that this practice can lead to neglect of parliamentary duties and dilute the focus on national issues.
In the case of Haryana, the decision also reflects the party's desire to refresh its electoral strategy. The Congress has faced a string of setbacks in recent elections, including the 2019 Lok Sabha polls where it lost all 10 seats in the state.
Impact on Kumari Selja
Kumari Selja, a prominent leader from the Dalit community, is a three-time Lok Sabha MP from Ambala. She had been widely seen as a potential candidate for the Chief Minister's post. However, the party's decision has effectively ruled out her participation in the assembly elections.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why did the Congress party deny tickets to incumbent MPs? A. To avoid parliamentary duties being neglected and to focus on national issues.
2. Was Kumari Selja keen on contesting the assembly elections? A. Yes, she had expressed her desire to run for the state assembly.
3. What was the previous policy of the Congress party regarding MPs running in state elections? A. To discourage simultaneous contests to maintain focus on parliamentary responsibilities.
4. Has the Congress party faced electoral setbacks in Haryana? A. Yes, it lost all 10 Lok Sabha seats in the state in 2019.
5. What does this decision mean for the Congress party's strategy in Haryana? A. It suggests a desire to refresh the party's electoral strategy and focus on new candidates.
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