Ghanshyam Singh Bets on BJP Internal Rift in Datia By-election

The exclusion of veteran leader Narottam Mishra from the BJP ticket has shifted the political landscape in Datia, creating a vacuum that Congress candidate Ghanshyam Singh intends to fill. With the local electorate signaling a desire for change, the upcoming by-election has transformed into a high-stakes test of party loyalty.

Editorial·July 13, 2026·reads: 3,487

Ghanshyam Singh Bets on BJP Internal Rift in Datia By-election

Ghanshyam Singh remains dismissive of a triangular race, characterizing the Azad Samaj Party presence as a mere proxy for BJP interests. His campaign draws momentum from palpable dissatisfaction within the incumbent ranks, a sentiment he claims is visible on the streets as voters weigh the merits of his past legislative record.

Backed by high-profile endorsements, including former Chief Minister Digvijaya Singh, the Congress candidate is leveraging his track record from 1993 and 2003 to anchor his bid. While the BJP has countered by fielding Ashutosh Tiwari, the current climate suggests that the internal fractures within the ruling party may prove more decisive than the formal party platforms in the final count.