The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Gujarat on June 6 faced a significant setback since its leader Uday Singh Chauhan joined the ruling party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Uday Singh Chauhan Joins BJP
Uday Singh Chauhan had contested the elections from the Balasinor constituency in Mahisagar district. His move to join the BJP is seen as a blow to the AAP’s prospects in the state.
In the presence of the state president of the BJP, CR Paatil, the formal induction took place at the party’s state office, Kamalam in Gandhinagar.
CR Paatil presented Chauhan with a traditional topi (cap) and a saffron-coloured scarf, symbolising his new association with the party. The supporters of Chauhan also joined the BJP.
While explaining his reasons for joining the BJP, Chauhan cited the development-oriented politics of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah.
