Tensions within the Rajasthan BJP have flared up as internal disputes take centre stage. Recently, a major controversy emerged in Bhilwara, where former Legislative Assembly President and a close associate of Vasundhara Raje, MLA Kailash Meghwal, publicly accused his own party’s Union Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal, of corruption and called for his removal from the central cabinet.
Kailash Meghwal alleged that Arjun Ram Meghwal was involved in corruption and had several corruption cases pending against him. He further stated that he plans to write to Prime Minister Narendra Modi demanding Arjun Ram Meghwal’s removal from the cabinet. This public accusation has escalated the internal political turmoil within the party.
In addition to the allegations of corruption, Kailash Meghwal expressed his dissatisfaction with the functioning of the BJP and claimed that many party members were involved in corrupt practices. He emphasized that he aims to raise the voice of the youth and is gradually forming a committee to investigate these allegations.
Moreover, Kailash Meghwal criticized the Rajasthan Governor’s role, suggesting that the Governor’s position should be abolished. He also mentioned the issue of misuse of funds in the name of COVID-19 relief.
Arjun Ram Meghwal, the Union Minister, has responded to these accusations by serving a legal notice for defamation, indicating that legal action may be taken against Kailash Meghwal for making these allegations.
This controversy has led to a political storm within the BJP, particularly in Bhilwara, where there is speculation that Kailash Meghwal’s ticket may be reversed. The situation is further complicated by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s statement in support of Kailash Meghwal in helping the state government. The ongoing developments in Rajasthan BJP’s internal disputes are being closely watched as they may have repercussions in the state’s political landscape.