Former West Bengal BJP President Dilip Ghosh Skips PM Modi's Rally, Cites Lack of Invitation

Former West Bengal BJP President Dilip Ghosh has stated that the party did not invite him to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's event in the state, citing a souring relationship between him and the State BJP leadership. Ghosh has been absent from several important party events in the recent past, fuelling speculations about his potential defection to the Trinamool Congress.

Title: Former West Bengal BJP President Dilip Ghosh Skips PM Modi's Rally

Former West Bengal BJP President Dilip Ghosh has skipped Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Durgapur, West Burdwan, citing a lack of invitation from the party leadership. Ghosh, who has been absent from several high-profile events, has sparked speculation about his potential defection to the Trinamool Congress.

Ghosh, who is a former national vice-president and state chief in West Bengal, made headlines when he stated that he would not attend the rally as the party did not invite him. "Probably the party leadership does not want me to be there," Ghosh said before leaving for Delhi [1]. His absence from earlier rallies by Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah has further fueled these speculations.

The invitation to Ghosh for the Durgapur rally, however, signals a shift in the party's internal dynamics. The new state president, Samik Bhattacharya, has emphasized an inclusive leadership approach, inviting Ghosh to the event. Bhattacharya's strategy appears to be aimed at rebuilding unity within the party, which has been plagued by internal factionalism [2].

Ghosh's exclusion from previous events had led to speculation about his standing within the party. His recent exclusion from high-profile events, including those by Amit Shah, had triggered considerable speculation about his position. However, his inclusion in the Durgapur rally marks a notable shift, indicating a move towards reconciliation and unity.

While the real impact of Ghosh's re-entry on the state's political dynamics remains uncertain, it is clear that the party is attempting to address internal divisions. The era of sidelining veteran leaders may finally be drawing to a close, with the new leadership focusing on rebuilding the party's base in North Bengal.

References:
[1] https://www.newkerala.com/news/o/dilip-ghosh-skips-pm-modi-rally-says-party-not-921
[2] https://newsarenaindia.com/states/dilip-ghosh-invited-to-pm-modi-s-rally-signals-unity-in-wb-bjp/50220