The BJP in Haryana is gearing up for a potential hat-trick in the upcoming Assembly elections by focusing on consolidating support among the Other Backward Classes (OBCs). With an eye on securing a third consecutive term, the party has announced significant measures aimed at the OBC community, including raising the creamy layer income cap from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 8 lakh and increasing reservations in local bodies such as panchayats, municipal corporations, and municipalities.
OBCs constitute approximately 30% of Haryana's voter base, making them a crucial demographic alongside Jats and Scheduled Castes. Following a setback in the recent Lok Sabha elections, where the BJP lost ground to the Congress in key constituencies, the party has intensified its welfare initiatives and is rolling out additional benefits to garner support.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has been pivotal in these efforts, making recent visits to the state to announce these welfare measures. Emphasizing continuity, Shah affirmed Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s leadership role and unveiled policies during events focused on backward classes in Panchkula and Mahendragarh.
Reflecting on the BJP's longstanding commitment to OBC welfare, Union Cabinet Minister Krishan Pal Gujjar highlighted ongoing initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana and constitutional empowerment of the OBC Commission under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration.
The BJP’s strategy also includes strategic appointments within the state’s leadership, ensuring representation from diverse communities. This approach aims to consolidate support across different voter segments amidst a shifting political landscape with the dissolution of alliances and realignment of electoral dynamics.
Looking ahead, the BJP plans extensive outreach across Haryana’s rural and urban areas, showcasing developmental projects and engaging with local communities to bolster their electoral prospects. With ongoing efforts to deliver tangible benefits to OBCs and other marginalized groups, the party is poised to intensify its campaign with further announcements expected in the run-up to the elections.