Still Feeling Repercussions
BJP‘s poor performance in UP has given rise to several theories and conspiracy theories, including that of deliberate sabotage by some NDA leaders. In line with this, Robertsganj’s former MP Pakori Lal Kol from Apna Dal (S) has been served a notice by the party for allegedly campaigning against his own daughter-in-law Rinki Kol, who was given a ticket this time and who lost to the SP candidate. Pakori Lal has been asked to clarify his position within a week.
Laughter Channel
Uddhav, during a joint presser with Sharad Pawar and Congress leaders such as Prithviraj Chavan, was asked about reports of backchannel talks between him and BJP to join NDA. Promptly, Uddhav said even if it were assumed that the information was true, he could not be expected to confirm it while sitting with Pawar and Congress leaders. Not to mention, even Pawar and Congress leaders had a good laugh over it.
Speculation on Speaker
There is much curiosity in political circles over how Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu conveyed TDP’s claim on the Speaker’s post. Apparently, the rumour was planted by Naidu himself to test political waters. On his first visit to New Delhi after election results, Naidu was staying at a former party MP’s home. Naidu carefully planted this demand through the former MP, knowing well it would make its way to the media.
