Haryana BJP government is in crisis, 3 independent MLAs withdraw support

The Haryana BJP government faces a crisis as three Independent MLAs have withdrawn their support. This development deals a significant blow to Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, as the Independent MLAs announced their decision to support the Congress instead, leaving the current government in a minority in the state assembly.

The Nayab Singh Saini-led government, backed by two other Independent MLAs, now falls short by two seats to secure a majority in the 90-member Haryana assembly, currently comprising 88 members. Meanwhile, JJP leader Digvijay Singh Chautala has urged Bhupinder Singh Hooda to take steps to dismantle the government, citing its loss of public trust. Chautala further emphasized that Hooda should promptly engage with the governor to inform him of the prevailing situation.

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Why did independent MLAs withdraw support in Haryana

Dharampal Gonder stated that their decision to withdraw support was influenced by various issues, including those concerning farmers, inflation, and unemployment.

Udai Bhan remarked, The three Independent MLAs have decided to lend their support to the Congress Earlier, the BJP government had the backing of 10 JJP MLAs and Independent MLAs, but now the JJP has also withdrawn its support, and the Independent MLAs are following suit.Nayab Singh Saini’s government is now in the minority. Saini should resign immediately, as he no longer has the legitimacy to remain in office, the Congress leader added.

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Potential hung assembly scenario as government majority dwindles

Haryana is on the verge of a situation where no single party holds a majority to form a government, known as a hung assembly scenario. In such circumstances, it is customary for the governor to invite the leader of the largest party, which is currently the BJP, to attempt to form a government within a 10-day period. This allows the party to seek support from other political parties during this time frame.

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