The Bharatiya Janata Party has received support from the Bains brothers, who are known for their anti-establishment stance, in the upcoming Jalandhar bypolls, in a surprising turn of events. The death of SAD MLA Pargat Singh has necessitated the bypolls.
Simarjit Bains, who is the chief of the Lok Insaaf Party, and his brother Balwinder Singh Bains have announced their support for the BJP candidate for the bypolls, Manjinder Singh Goldy. Goldy is a former Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) member who joined the BJP earlier this year.
The Bains brothers, who hold a significant presence in Jalandhar. They have gained notoriety for their outspokenness and criticism of the ruling party. They have also been vocal in their support for the farmers’ protest against the new farm laws.
Reasons for the Bains brothers’ support for BJP
The Bains brothers’ decision to support the BJP has raised eyebrows, especially given their history of criticizing the ruling party. However, there are several reasons why the brothers may have decided to support the BJP in the Jalandhar bypolls.
One of the reasons could be the Bains brothers’ longstanding rivalry with Pargat Singh, who was a member of the SAD. With Singh no longer in the picture, the brothers may have seen an opportunity to extend their support to the BJP.
Another reason could be the Bains brothers’ desire to have a larger say in the political affairs of Jalandhar. By supporting the BJP, the brothers may be hoping to gain more influence in the region.
Implications of the Bains brothers’ support for BJP
The Bains brothers’ decision to support the BJP could have significant implications for the Jalandhar bypolls. With the brothers’ support, the BJP candidate could gain a significant advantage over his opponents.
It remains to be seen whether the Bains brothers’ support for the BJP is a one-time event or whether it marks the beginning of a new alliance. However, their decision to support the BJP has certainly added an interesting twist to the Jalandhar bypolls.