Expressing his discontent, Arjun Singh, a former TMC leader, revealed his intention to rejoin the BJP after being denied a party ticket for the Barrackpore Lok Sabha seat, which he currently represents. Not only that, but Singh also hinted at another prominent TMC figure making a switch to the saffron party alongside him.
Singh's political journey has seen its fair share of twists and turns. After securing victory from the Barrackpore constituency under the TMC banner during the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, he had initially defected from the BJP. However, his allegiance returned to the TMC, although he retained his position as an MP without resigning.
Reflecting on his recent decision, Singh cited unfulfilled promises as the driving force behind his move. He claimed that despite assurances upon joining the TMC in 2022, the party failed to honor its commitment to nominate him again for the Barrackpore seat. Feeling betrayed, he announced his intent to rejoin the BJP.
In response to Singh's departure, the TMC swiftly named Partha Bhowmick, a state minister, as its candidate for the Barrackpore Lok Sabha constituency in the upcoming elections.
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