Manesar Civic Polls: BJP Aims for Development and Victory

Manesar, a key industrial hub in Haryana, is gearing up for its first-ever civic body polls. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated Sundar Lal Yadav as its mayoral candidate, aiming to consolidate the Yadav community’s vote bank. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has been actively campaigning for BJP candidates, emphasizing the party’s commitment to development.

BJP’s Development Plans

CM Saini highlighted the BJP’s vision for Manesar’s growth, promising to make it a model city. He emphasized the need for a “triple engine government” to accelerate development in Haryana. The BJP has released a manifesto promising rebates in house tax for women and other development initiatives.

Political Dynamics

The elections have exposed factionalism within the BJP, with Gurgaon MP Rao Inderjit Singh and Badshapur MLA Rao Narbir Singh backing different candidates. Independent candidate Indrajit Yadav claims support from Rao Inderjit, while Sundar Lal Yadav is backed by Rao Narbir.

Congress’s Stance

The Congress party has fielded Neeraj Yadav as its mayoral candidate but has yet to release its full list of councillor candidates. CM Saini criticized the Congress, calling it a “tweet master” with no ground presence.

Voting and Outcomes

Voting for the Manesar civic polls is scheduled for March 2, with counting set for March 12. The BJP is confident of winning, citing its past performance and development promises.

Community Representation

The BJP has ensured diverse representation in its candidate list, with multiple seats allocated to the Yadav community and others to Brahmin and Rajput communities.

Conclusion

As Manesar prepares for its inaugural civic polls, the BJP is focusing on development and community outreach. The outcome will be crucial for both the BJP and Congress, reflecting their influence in Haryana’s local governance.