Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Congress leader Ashok Chavan has resigned from the Congress party, adding to the series of setbacks faced by the grand old party in recent months. Chavan submitted his resignation as an MLA to the Legislative Assembly Speaker on Monday, as reported by various sources. This development marks the third major blow to the Congress within two months. There are speculations that Chavan is likely to join the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today, although official confirmation is awaited. The exact reasons behind Chavan's resignation remain unclear, and there has been no official announcement from him regarding his potential move to the BJP.
The sudden resignation of Ashok Chavan from the Congress party has triggered a wave of speculation about his future political affiliations. With Chavan's resignation, the Congress party faces yet another challenge in maintaining its political stronghold in Maharashtra. Meanwhile, anticipation mounts as reports suggest Chavan's imminent entry into the BJP, potentially altering the political landscape in the state.
More details are awaited.