In a shocking political move, senior Congress leader Captain Ajay Singh Yadav announced his resignation from the party on Thursday, citing disillusionment with the party’s leadership. Yadav, who served as the chairman of the Congress’s OBC department, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he had been “treated shabbily” ever since Sonia Gandhi stepped down as party president.
A Bitter Exit After 70 Years of Family Legacy
The 65-year-old politician, who hails from a family with deep Congress roots dating back to 1952, expressed his disappointment in an emotional post. “This decision was extremely difficult. My family has been associated with the Congress for 70 years, but I cannot ignore the high command’s treatment of me,” Yadav lamented.
His resignation letter, sent to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, marked an end to his long-standing association with the Indian National Congress.
A Growing Exodus of Leaders
Yadav’s resignation is the latest in a series of high-profile exits from Congress in Haryana, following in the footsteps of Kuldeep Bishnoi and Kiran Choudhry, who left to join BJP in the last two years. This adds to Congress’s internal struggles as it tries to regroup after the recent Haryana assembly elections.
Infighting and Election Defeat
Known to be at odds with former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, Yadav had voiced concerns about internal conflicts within the state unit before the elections. After Congress’s surprising defeat, Yadav urged the party to introspect, particularly for its performance in southern Haryana districts like Gurugram and Rewari.
What Lies Ahead for Congress in Haryana?
With the BJP securing 48 seats and Congress managing only 37, Yadav’s exit underscores the growing discontent within the party. His resignation raises concerns about the party’s leadership and unity as it braces for future political battles. Meanwhile, Nayab Singh Saini took oath as the Chief Minister of Haryana today, further cementing BJP’s grip on the state.
As Congress grapples with these losses, Yadav’s departure leaves a significant void in its OBC leadership, adding pressure on the party’s high command to resolve internal strife before more leaders follow suit.