Gujarat Bypoll Shock: AAP MLA Quits After Crushing Defeat
Man, politics in Gujarat just got messy. The recent bypoll results hit AAP like a ton of bricks—their candidate got wiped out, and now one of their top MLAs, Umesh Makwana, has straight-up resigned. And get this: he’s dropping hints about maybe starting his own party. Talk about drama.
What Went Down in Gujarat
So AAP was trying hard to make inroads here, right? But the voters weren’t having it. Their candidate lost by a mile—like, not even close. And then Makwana, who was supposed to be one of their star guys, just quit. Poof. Gone. The party’s trying to play it cool, but you know opposition parties are having a field day with this.
Here’s the thing: AAP’s been struggling in Gujarat for a while now. They’ve got Delhi and Punjab, sure, but Gujarat? It’s like they can’t catch a break. And when your own people start jumping ship, that’s bad news.
Makwana’s Bombshell Resignation
Dude didn’t just quietly leave either. He made some interesting comments on his way out:
- “I’ll still work as a party worker” (but like… which party?)
- “I’m going back to Botad to be with the people” (classic politician move)
- “Might form a new party, might not” (way to keep everyone guessing)
Honestly, it sounds like he’s keeping his options open. Smart move, but it leaves AAP looking shaky as hell.
Why This Matters
Let me put it this way—when you’re trying to challenge giants like BJP and Congress, you can’t afford to lose your key players. AAP’s Gujarat unit was already on thin ice, and this? This is like someone just turned up the heat.
On one hand, maybe Makwana’s just blowing off steam. But on the other… when an MLA quits right after an election disaster, that’s usually a sign of bigger problems. The kind that don’t go away with a press release.
What’s Next for Makwana?
Couple possibilities here:
- New party: If he’s got enough local support, why not? Gujarat’s seen smaller parties pop up before.
- Joining BJP or Congress: Wouldn’t be the first time a politician switched sides.
- Going solo: Could just work his constituency without any party baggage.
My gut says he’s testing the waters. If enough people back him, we might see a new player in Gujarat politics. If not… well, there’s always the option to crawl back to AAP.
Bigger Picture for Gujarat
Here’s the real kicker—BJP’s still king here, no question. But with AAP stumbling and Congress being… well, Congress, there’s a gap. Maybe for smaller parties, maybe for independents. Thing is, voters are getting restless. They might not jump to BJP or Congress next time—they could go looking for alternatives.
And that’s where things get interesting. Because in politics, when the big guys slip up, that’s when unexpected players get their shot.
Final Thoughts
Look, AAP needs to get its act together in Gujarat—fast. Makwana’s exit isn’t just about one guy leaving. It’s a warning sign that their whole Gujarat strategy might be flawed.
As for Makwana? Smart money says he’s got something up his sleeve. Whether it’s a new party or a power move, we’ll know soon enough. But one thing’s clear: Gujarat politics just got a whole lot more unpredictable.
Want to Go Deeper?
- AAP’s official spin on the bypoll disaster
- Why Gujarat keeps rejecting non-BJP parties
- What local voters are saying about the mess
Source: Aaj Tak – Home
