The BJP’s newly elected MLAs in Rajasthan are set to convene in Jaipur on Tuesday to officially nominate the state’s next chief minister. Party leaders have confirmed the legislative party’s meeting, where the central leadership is expected to disclose its choice for the position, thus concluding a period of suspense following the assembly election victory.
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Following the declaration of the election results on December 3, the MLAs were notified about the upcoming meeting. BJP MLA Jogeshwar Garg mentioned that the observers designated for the legislative party meeting would arrive in Jaipur on Tuesday. They will engage in individual discussions with the MLAs in the morning, followed by a formal session after lunch, during which the MLAs will elect the legislative party leader or the CM-designate.
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, along with Saroj Pandey and Vinod Tawde, has been appointed as observers for the process. MLA Kirodi Lal Meena informed that the MLAs have received communication about the legislative party’s scheduled meeting. In response to queries about certain MLAs meeting former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje at her residence on Monday, Meena clarified that 17 MLAs had also met him post the election results. He emphasized that these interactions should not be perceived as lobbying efforts.
MLAs Show Support for Vasundhara Raje Amid Ongoing Speculation on Next CM
In a display of solidarity, numerous MLAs have recently met with former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje, signaling their backing amid the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the appointment of the next CM by the party’s central leadership. Raje also held meetings with party leaders in Delhi as discussions continue.
Following the November elections, where 199 seats were contested and the BJP secured 115 seats (with polling postponed in one constituency), Raje stands as a prominent contender for the top position. Other leaders reportedly under consideration include Union ministers Arjun Ram Meghwal, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Ashwini Vaishnaw.
