Haryana Politics: Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia to join Congress, speculations put to rest

Haryana Politics: Congress is moving ahead with its strategy for the Haryana assembly elections. News comes that two wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia may join the party on Friday. In an interview to a TV channel, Bajrang Punia said that both will join the Congress at 1.30 pm. He had also met Rahul Gandhi a few days ago. Since then, the period of speculation began. Where can Congress field Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia? There are speculations that Vinesh Phogat may be fielded as the Congress candidate from Dadri while Bajrang Punia will contest from Badli, but no statement has been made by the Congress on this constituency. Congress may field Punia in the Jat-dominated constituency. How much will Congress gain from Vinesh Phogat's entry into the party? A few days ago, Vinesh Phogat reached Shambu and Kanauri border between Punjab-Haryana and extended his support to the farmers. He said the central government should pay attention to their demands. Phogat's political entry could bring a big change in Haryana politics. If he joins the Congress, he can give the party the benefit of a strong relationship with Kap Panchayats and farmers. When is polling in Haryana? Haryana goes to polls on October 5. Earlier, the polling date was fixed on October 1. The Election Commission kept in mind the age-old festival of the Bishnoi community and changed the polling date. Currently, the counting of votes for the Haryana Assembly elections will be held on October 8 instead of October 4, the Election Commission said. Also Read: Haryana Politics: How much will Vinesh Phogat's support for farmers impact the polls?