The Bharatiya Janata Party got a shot in its arm as senior BSP leader and former minister in Mayawati Government Jaiveer Singh joined BJP showing allegiance to the policies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Singh, who was Irrigation minister in the previous BSP Government, joined BJP in the presence of party’s state president Dr laxmi Kant Bajpai.
Bajpai told reporters that Singh has not put up any condition before joining BJP. His joining the party will strength BJP in Mainpuri region where he sways good hold, the state BJP chief said.
Singh was twice MlA from Ghirora in Mainpuri district. Earlier he was Chairman of the District Co-operative Bank in Firozabad.
“I am impressed with the policies of the Union Government as it is working for the poor and downtrodden. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emerged a true leader and the guide. So, I have decided to join BJP,” Singh said.
When asked whether he will contest next election Singh clarified that he has not put any condition. “I will do what party high command will ask me to do,” he said.
Many supporters of former legislator including former Chairman of the Co-operative bank, Firozabad, former block pramukhs and pradhans joined the BJP.