Despite opposition, Vijay Inder Singla stays on

Parvesh Sharma

Tribune News Service

Sangrur, September 26

Even after reported stiff opposition from within the party for his proximity to former CM Capt Amarinder Singh, Sangrur MLA Vijay Inder Singla has succeeded in retaining his place in the new Cabinet.

He has emerged even stronger in the politics of Sangrur district, where the voices of dissent had become pronounced after the resignation of the previous council of ministers. “My agenda is only development and I have never discriminated against any party worker. Sangrur’s development will continue,” said Singla.

Though after Capt Amarinder’s resignation many had predicted Singla’s exit too, his proximity with the central leaders helped him retain his place in the Cabinet.

However, many believe it won’t be an easy going for him as ex-MLA Arvind Khanna has already hinted at joining the SAD and contesting from the Sangrur seat. Senior Congress leader Kansal said like all other parties, there are differences among Congress leaders of Sangrur too. “But we will bring everyone aboard before the elections,” he said.