Rajasthan Chief Minister: Will Vasundhara Raje Be Sidelined After Madhya Pradesh Surprise?
The recent announcement of Mohan Yadav as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, sparking speculation about the fate of Vasundhara Raje in neighbouring Rajasthan. With BJP’s unexpected decision to replace the seasoned Shivraj Singh Chouhan, questions have been raised about whether the party will take a similar approach in Rajasthan, potentially sidelining Raje.
Vasundhara Raje, a two-term Chief Minister, faced criticism during the recent elections for her limited campaign presence and perceived distance from Prime Minister Modi. This, coupled with internal party dynamics, fueled rumours about her potential exclusion from the top position.
The flurry of MLA visits to Raje’s residence after the election results and accusations of her “barricading” them further intensified the speculation. While these allegations were denied by Raje, they undoubtedly added to the uncertainty surrounding her future political role.
With Madhya Pradesh serving as a precedent, the possibility of a similar surprise move in Rajasthan cannot be ruled out. This has undoubtedly heightened the anticipation and fueled discussions within the political circles. However, it is important to note that no official announcement has been made by the BJP leadership, leaving the future of Raje and the Rajasthan Chief Minister’s position shrouded in speculation.
Only time will tell whether the BJP will follow its Madhya Pradesh strategy in Rajasthan and sideline Raje, or whether she will be given another chance to lead the state. The upcoming days and weeks will be crucial in revealing the party’s plans and determining the fate of Vasundhara Raje.
After the elections, MLAs continued to visit Vasundhara Raje’s house. The news of about 70 MLAs visiting his house reached Delhi. It was alleged that Vasundhara Raje had barricaded the MLAs. After this, the BJP high command called him to Delhi. However, Vasundhara rejected all these allegations outright.
BJP’s decision to make Mohan Yadav the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh has intensified speculations about making Vasundhara Raje the Chief Minister of Rajasthan also. However, the party has not yet made any official announcement in this regard.
Will Vasundhara Raje be made the Chief Minister of Rajasthan?
The answer to this question is not yet clear. However, some indications strengthen the possibility that Vasundhara Raje may be removed from the Rajasthan chair.
First of all, the appointment of Mohan Yadav as the Chief Minister in place of Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Madhya Pradesh is a sign that the BJP wants to bring forward new faces. The same thing can happen in Rajasthan also.
Secondly, there is dissatisfaction within the party against Vasundhara Raje. Some MLAs believe that Vasundhara Raje should be held responsible for the party’s defeat.
Thirdly, Vasundhara Raje’s age could also be a factor. She is 70 years old, and the party may want to bring forward a younger face.
However, supporters of Vasundhara Raje say that she is still the strongest candidate for the party. They argue that Vasundhara Raje has done excellent work as Chief Minister of Rajasthan twice.
Ultimately, this decision will depend on the BJP’s high command. However, considering the current circumstances, the possibility of Vasundhara Raje being removed from the Rajasthan chair is increasing.
