Political Shifts: Ex-MLA Khan Joins Congress in Delhi

Former AAP MLA Haji Mohammad Ishraq Khan, alongside his supporters, joined the Congress party, marking a significant political shift in Delhi. Welcomed by Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav, Khan emphasized his commitment to Congress policies. Meanwhile, AAP inducted former Congress leader Veer Singh Dhingan as a prospective MLA for Seemapuri.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 15-11-2024 19:34 IST | Created: 15-11-2024 19:34 IST
Political Shifts: Ex-MLA Khan Joins Congress in Delhi
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In a notable political shift, former AAP MLA Haji Mohammad Ishraq Khan, accompanied by his supporters, officially joined the Congress party on Friday. The transition was embraced by Delhi Congress President Devender Yadav, who expressed pride in Khan's decision.

Yadav highlighted that Khan's move would not only invigorate Congress in the Seelampur region but also stimulate party efforts across Delhi, inspiring Congress workers to engage with the city's populace.

Khan, a former Haj Committee chairman, voiced his alignment with Congress's policies under leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, who he believes prioritize public welfare. On the same day, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal welcomed ex-Congress MLA Veer Singh Dhingan, setting him as a strong contender for Seemapuri in the approaching elections.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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