In a significant political endorsement, former Chief Minister and Union Minister, Shanta Kumar, has urged voters in Kangra Chamba to support BJP candidate Dr. Rajeev Bhardwaj in the upcoming parliamentary elections. In a statement released today, Shanta Kumar praised Dr. Bhardwaj as a highly capable leader, noting that due to his own advancing age and health concerns, he would be unable to campaign extensively but remained committed to promoting Dr. Bhardwaj’s candidacy.
Shanta Kumar highlighted the importance of this election as a pivotal moment for democracy and development in India. He expressed confidence in the continued leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting that his re-election would lead to a historic era of progress following the construction of the Ram temple. According to Kumar, Dr. Bhardwaj is poised to significantly contribute to the development of the Kangra Chamba area and deserves full public support.
Reflecting on his political journey, Shanta Kumar expressed profound gratitude towards the people of Kangra Chamba for their enduring support throughout his career—from local governance roles up to international representation. His heartfelt acknowledgment underscores the deep connection he feels with the constituency, further solidifying his support for Dr. Rajeev Bhardwaj as a worthy successor to represent their interests in Parliament.
It is to add here that Bjp has ignored its sitting MP, a Gaddi tribe leader, to give ticket to young Brahmin leader Bhardwaj, whereas Congress has yet to announce its candidate for this seat. The polling for this seat shall be conducted on 1st June and the result is slated to be declared on 4th of June.
On the other hand Pradesh Congress Media Panelist Sanjeev Gandhi has condemned the statement of Shanta Kumar as Anand Sharma has given key contributions in the development of the state and district Kangra .
Gandhi Said that Anand Sharma is very popular among the Youngsters of the state / District as they appreciate his Contributions in establishing the various institutes in the state and District Kangra such as NiFT Kangra , IIT Mandi , Triple IIT Una , Hotel Management Institute at Hamirpur , Tea Board at Palampur and Industrial Park at Indora in Kangra District .
Gandhi said that Anand Sharma being a former Union minister and Three time Rajya Sabha member from Himachal is the well established leader of the state and it is absolutely wrong to say that he is an outsider as Anand Sharma has given more contributions to the District Kangra then the previous BJP MP from the Constituency . “People of the area remember Anand Sharma because of his work and made up their mind to ensure his win with a very big margin ,”said Gandhi .