Kuldeep Bishnoi's Rajya Sabha Hopes Hit New Roadblock

State BJP Chief's Comments Spark Speculation

In a significant development, Haryana BJP State President Mohanlal Badoli's recent statements have created ripples in political circles regarding the upcoming Rajya Sabha by-election. While BJP's victory is certain due to its numerical strength in the assembly, Badoli's cryptic remark suggesting that those whose names are circulating in media might be out of the race has particularly affected Kuldeep Bishnoi's prospects.

Growing Distance Between Bishnoi and BJP

Despite his efforts to secure the Rajya Sabha ticket through meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP National President JP Nadda, and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, Bishnoi's position appears precarious. His absence, along with his son Bhavya's, from a recent BJP membership drive event in Hisar has fueled speculation about growing tensions within the party.

Series of Political Setbacks

Bishnoi, who switched from Congress to BJP, has faced multiple disappointments recently. The party overlooked his candidacy for the Hisar Lok Sabha seat, choosing Ranjit Singh Chautala instead. Following this, when a Rajya Sabha seat became vacant after Deepender Hooda's resignation, the party selected recent BJP entrant Kiran Choudhry over him. Adding to these setbacks, his son Bhavya lost the family stronghold of Adampur in the assembly elections.

Future Prospects and Political Implications

The vacant Rajya Sabha seat, which opened up following Cabinet Minister Krishanlal Panwar's resignation, represents a crucial opportunity for Bishnoi to maintain his family's political relevance. Currently, no member of the Bishnoi family holds a position either in Parliament or the State Assembly. This situation marks a significant decline for a family that has traditionally held considerable political influence in Haryana.

The political dynamics surrounding this Rajya Sabha seat highlight the complex nature of party politics in Haryana and the challenges faced by political families in maintaining their influence. While the Election Commission is yet to issue a notification for the by-election, the developments suggest a shifting political landscape within the state BJP.