Rajasthan Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje on Thursday took responsibility for Bharatiya Janata Party’s poor showing in the by-polls and said that she accepted the verdict of the people with humility.
The Congress wrested Mandalgarh Assembly seat in Rajasthan from the BJP and also won both the Ajmer and Alwar Lok Sabha seats.
“We have worked tirelessly over the years, with the people of Rajasthan as our center of attention and shall work harder, with renewed fervor and dedication, taking our beautiful state to new heights
Raje further said, “Our efforts shall continue and we will keep the welfare of the people of Rajasthan at the forefront, as democracy is ultimately for and of the people. I congratulate the winning candidates and welcome them to this celebration of democracy.”
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On the other hand, Rajasthan BJP chief Ashok Parnami said, “We respect the people`s mandate and we will analyze the reasons for our defeat. I am taking responsibility for the defeat.”
The Congress had drawn a blank in Rajasthan in the 2014 Lok Sabha polls.Hailing Congress’ good showing in Rajasthan, party president Rahul Gandhi tweeted:
Meanwhile, Congress leader and former union minister Sachin Pilot demanded Raje`s resignation on moral grounds.
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