Battle for Haryana's Top Seat Heats Up- Rao Inderjit emerged as a strong contender

The state of Haryana in India is gearing up for an exciting election season as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) prepares to defend its position in the upcoming state assembly polls scheduled for October-November. As the political temperature rises, a interesting contest for the chief minister's chair is unfolding within the party. 

Rao Inderjit Singh, a prominent BJP leader and six-time Member of Parliament, has emerged as a strong contender for the top post. His supporters, particularly from the Yadav community, are actively campaigning for him to become the next Chief Minister of Haryana.

Singh, who currently serves as a Minister of State (Independent Charge) in Prime Minister Modi's government, has been touring Haryana recently. He has been focusing on promoting the politics of the Ahirwal region, seeking to pave his way to power. 

The Yadav Sabha, a community organization, has openly backed Singh's candidacy. They argue that he has played a crucial role in BJP's success in Haryana since 2014, helping the party secure a significant number of votes, especially in the southern part of the state. Singh's supporters are also expressing disappointment that he wasn't given a full cabinet minister position in the central government. They believe that after three terms of BJP rule at the center, Singh deserves a more prominent role. 

However, the road to the chief minister's chair might not be smooth for Singh. Home Minister Amit Shah has previously stated that the BJP will contest the Haryana assembly elections under the leadership of current Chief Minister Nayab Saini. Unless there's a major change in plans, Saini seems to have a strong claim to retaining his position if the BJP forms the government again.

Singh's political influence cannot be underestimated. He has a strong hold in South Haryana, particularly in areas like Gurugram, Faridabad, and Bhiwani-Mahendragarh. His entry into the BJP has significantly strengthened the party's position in these regions, contributing to its rise to power in the state. 

The upcoming visit of Singh to Hisar has generated much interest. He is scheduled to address the Hisar Bar and attend events at the Yadav Dharamshala. His supporters are planning a grand welcome, highlighting his status as a prominent leader of the Ahirwal region and his efforts to advance the politics of backward classes in Haryana.

Singh's political lineage adds weight to his candidacy. He is a descendant of Rao Tula Ram, a ruler of the Ahirwal region and a freedom fighter. His father, Rao Birender Singh, served as the second Chief Minister of Haryana, albeit for a short period of 241 days. Despite being elected to parliament six times and serving as a minister at the center, Singh's supporters feel he has been kept away from state politics by national parties. They argue that after years of chief ministers from other communities, it's time for an Ahir leader like Singh to take the helm in Haryana. 

As the election approaches, the BJP faces the challenge of balancing various community interests while choosing its leadership. The coming months will reveal whether the party sticks with CM Saini or considers a change in favor of Rao Inderjit Singh, potentially reshaping Haryana's political landscape.