The unexpected move of Akshay Kanti Bam, Congress’s nominee for the Indore Lok Sabha seat, has stirred controversy within the party. Bam withdrew his candidacy and switched to the BJP, leaving Congress members puzzled over his sudden change of heart.
Criticism arises from within the Congress ranks, with party workers expressing frustration at the leadership’s decision to nominate Bam despite concerns about his reliability. Some members had cautioned against selecting Bam, fearing he might defect to the BJP, a prediction that proved true.
Kailash Vijayvargiya, a BJP leader, publicly welcomed Bam into the party fold, exacerbating tensions within the Congress. Former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan mocked Congress’s predicament, suggesting a lack of confidence even among its own candidates.
The incident further underscores the challenges facing the Congress as it struggles to maintain unity and morale among its supporters. With the Lok Sabha elections in full swing, such defections can have significant implications for the party’s electoral prospects.
As the political drama unfolds in Indore, voters await the opportunity to cast their ballots in the upcoming phase of the elections, slated for May 13. Amidst the turmoil, both Congress and BJP are vying for support, emphasising the stakes involved in this crucial electoral battleground.
