Influenced by the progress-oriented politics of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), a large chunk of the Congress’ Himachal wing joined the party in the presence of AAP Himachal Pradesh election in-charge and Delhi Cabinet Minister Satyendar Jain.
Congress leader Manish Thakur along with several other leaders joined the AAP, saying that they were inspired by the Kejriwal Model of Governance. On this occasion, Jain said that the party is receiving an overwhelmingly spectacular response throughout Himachal Pradesh and people are ready to vote for change.
Jain further stated: “A week ago the AAP decided to contest all 68 seats in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly elections. I had made this declaration in the State capital Shimla as well. Following that, we have received an overwhelmingly spectacular response from the State. Many young and vigilant leaders from across Himachal Pradesh have come forward today to join the party.”
