Former Haryana minister Anil Vij has made headlines with his candid statement. Post the new cabinet's oath-taking, he revealed, 'Nobody engaged in any dialogue with me, nor attempted to appease me.' Vij declared his unwavering loyalty to BJP, emphasizing his adaptability to the changing political landscape and his intent to redouble efforts for his party.
When asked if any reconciliatory efforts were made, Vij retorted, "I wasn't upset to begin with." He noted that despite attending the legislative session, his colleagues remained silent, failing to communicate with him.
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'Nayab Singh, a brother in arms'
Vij expressed optimism about the new government led by Nayab Singh Saini, a 'younger brother' figure, confident in his capabilities. The political dynamics in Haryana have shifted with the dissolution of the BJP-JJP alliance and the rise of Saini's new administration just before the Lok Sabha elections. Vij, a fixture in Manohar Lal Khattar's cabinet, formerly managed the Home Ministry portfolio.
Anil Vij’s Political Clout since 2014
Vij's potency as a political contender became evident in 2014 when he was considered for the Chief Minister's position, a role ultimately assumed by the then-newcomer to the assembly, Manohar Lal Khattar. Vij's agitation became public when he left a legislative meeting abruptly, an event followed by the oath-taking ceremony of the new cabinet, which he conspicuously skipped.
Exploring The Political Depth: Six-term MLA, Former Cabinet Minister Anil Vij’s Influence
Vij's supposed grievances have been under scrutiny, yet he consistently defines himself as a party devotee, denying any discontent. Khattar opines that while Vij's disgruntlements are frequent, resolutions usually follow. Following the JJP disbandment and cabinet reshuffle, Nayab Singh Saini successfully demonstrated majority support in the assembly, where Vij was notably present during the floor test.
