Internal infighting has emerged in the Chhattisgarh Congress ahead of the national session, as the state in-charge organization General Secretary Amarjit Chawla has written to State President Mohan Markam, requesting to be relieved of his responsibilities. This comes after Chawla received a notice from the party’s Disciplinary Committee for his alleged involvement in anti-party activities.
In his letter, Chawla cited the notice as the reason for his request to be relieved of his duties, stating that he did not find it appropriate to continue his work until the session. However, he pledged to continue working for the party in other capacities as directed.
The notice issued to Chawla by the Central Disciplinary Committee sought a reply within seven days, following Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s complaint to party leaders about Chawla’s alleged comments against the state government and campaigning against Baghel. Chawla is also accused of making comments against the reservation bill.
Party leaders have expressed concern over the internal conflict in the state organization, particularly ahead of the national session. The Congress has been struggling to maintain unity and overcome internal divisions in several states, and the latest developments in Chhattisgarh have raised further questions about the party’s ability to present a united front.
The national session of the Congress is set to take place in Chhattisgarh, and the party has been focusing on preparations for the event. However, the internal conflict may threaten to derail the party’s plans and further erode its support base in the state.
The Congress has yet to respond officially to Chawla’s letter and the disciplinary notice issued to him. However, the party is expected to take a decision on the matter soon, given the importance of the national session and the need to present a united front.
