Cryptic post by BJP's Meerut candidate Arun Govil sets political circles abuzz

Arun Govil is BJP's candidate in Meerut, which went to polls in second phase on April 26

A post on X by BJP candidate Arun Govil has ignited a firestorm of controversy in Meerut. This morning, Govil posted a cryptic message in Hindi, leaving political circles abuzz with speculation over its implications for the BJP's electoral fortunes in the region.

In his now-deleted post, Govil wrote on X, "Jab kisi ka dohra charitra saamne aata hai, to uss se adhik swayam pe krodh aata hai ki hamne kaise aankh band karke aise aadmi pe bharosa kiya. Jai Sri Ram." ("When someone's duplicity comes to light, it invokes more anger towards oneself, realizing how we trusted such an individual with closed eyes. Jai Shri Ram ??").

The enigmatic nature of the post, coupled with Govil's decision to remove it shortly after posting, has fueled intense speculation about its intended target and implications.

Adding to the intrigue, Govil's sudden departure to Mumbai just a day after polling concluded in Meerut on April 26 has raised eyebrows. Citing urgent work in Mumbai, Govil's unexpected absence has raised questions about the BJP's strategy in the crucial electoral battleground of Meerut.

Govil, renowned for his portrayal of Lord Ram in the television series "Ramayana," was a surprising replacement for sitting MP Rajendra Agarwal. However, his candidacy has proven to be a risky gamble for the BJP, with the political landscape in Meerut increasingly competitive.

The SP-Congress alliance is banking on Dalit candidate Sunita Verma to capitalize on the Dalit-Muslim demographic, while the BSP has fielded Devvrat Tyagi to appeal to the upper caste vote bank.

Govil's post suggests internal turmoil within the BJP's campaign in Meerut, with implications for the party's electoral prospects. However, the identity of the individual referenced in the tweet remains shrouded in mystery, leaving observers and political analysts to speculate on its significance.

When contacted, BJP vice-president Vijay Bahadur Pathak said he has no knowledge about any post by Arun Govil.

He cautioned about fake posts and said: "How you can be so sure whether that post is genuine or not."