Retirement from Politics?
Olympian boxer Vijender Singh, who ventured into politics by joining the Congress Party in 2019, has raised eyebrows with a cryptic statement on social media. In a post shared at 6 am on Thursday, he declared, "Politics is Ram-Ram Bhai," leaving room for speculation about his potential retirement from the political arena.
Previous Political Aspirations
There were earlier indications that Vijender Singh might contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on a Congress ticket. In 2019, he officially joined the Congress Party and actively participated in Rahul Gandhi's Bharat Jodo Yatra in Haryana. Singh has consistently voiced his opinions against the Central Government in various statements.
2024 Lok Sabha Election Announcement
Vijender Singh had previously declared his intention to contest the 2024 Lok Sabha elections from Bhiwani, Haryana, on a Congress ticket. However, he emphasised that the final decision rested with the party. Speculation about his potential shift to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) had also surfaced.
Farmers' Movement Support
Throughout his political journey, Vijender Singh expressed strong support for the farmers' movement and aligned himself with their concerns.
Political Journey and Bollywood Debut
Having earned worldwide fame as a boxer, Vijender Singh transitioned to politics in 2019, contesting the Lok Sabha elections from South Delhi as a Congress candidate. His entry into Bollywood as an actor occurred with the film "Fuglie" in 2014, produced by Akshay Kumar and Ashwini Yardi's Grazing Goat Productions.
Controversies and Drug Allegations
Vijender Singh's political career faced controversies when his name emerged in connection with a drug seizure case. Punjab Police recovered heroin worth Rs 130 crore, and Singh's friend Ram Singh admitted to drug use during interrogation. However, Vijender Singh and his wife Archana maintained their innocence during the investigation.
The recent social media post has ignited discussions about Vijender Singh's political future, leaving many wondering about the direction he might take in the coming days.
Note: The post does not provide explicit information about Vijender Singh's political retirement, leaving room for interpretation.