Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar and cabinet resign after rift in BJP-JJP alliance

Haryana's political landscape witnessed a significant upheaval as Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar tendered his resignation along with his cabinet, following escalating tensions within the ruling coalition of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Jannayak Janata Party (JJP). The decision comes amidst strained negotiations over seat-sharing arrangements for the impending Lok Sabha elections. The resignation marks a critical juncture in the state's political trajectory, raising questions about the future leadership and stability of the government.

In a bid to secure majority support, BJP asserted its claim with 41 MLAs and the backing of five Independent legislators, surpassing the required halfway mark of 45 seats in the 90-member Haryana assembly. As speculations loom over potential successors, State BJP Chief Naib Singh Saini emerges as a probable replacement for Khattar, according to sources within the party. Meanwhile, conflicting statements from independent MLAs add layers of complexity to the unfolding scenario, with some affirming support for the BJP-led government while others hint at fractures within the alliance. Amidst these developments, central BJP leaders have descended upon the state to navigate the ensuing political transition, though details regarding the nature of change remain opaque.