Guwahati, 9th April: Amid the fervor of preparations for the Lok Sabha elections 2024, the Youth Congress president in Jonai, Mahesh Dal, has stunned the political arena by announcing his resignation from the Congress party, citing personal reasons. Simultaneously, in a parallel move, Shankarjyoti Hazarika, along with a formidable contingent of 300 supporters, is poised to bid farewell to the Congress party and embrace membership in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Majuli.
Mahesh Dal’s decision to step down as the Youth Congress president has sent ripples of surprise through Jonai’s political landscape, especially given the timing of his resignation amidst the electoral preparations for the upcoming national elections. Dal’s departure is perceived as a significant setback for the Congress party in Jonai, given his instrumental role in rallying youth voters and spearheading grassroots initiatives.
Meanwhile, in Majuli, Shankarjyoti Hazarika’s defection from the Congress party to the BJP signals a notable shift in the region’s political dynamics. Hazarika, alongside his formidable entourage of 300 supporters, is slated to formally announce their transition to the BJP today.
The unfolding political realignment ahead of the Lok Sabha elections underscores the fluidity of party affiliations and alliances, as political entities intensify their campaigning and outreach endeavors in anticipation of the impending electoral showdown.
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