Rising Amidst Controversies: The Political Journey of Ravneet Singh Bittu

Ravneet Singh Bittu, a seasoned politician and grandson of late Beant Singh, recently made headlines by switching allegiance from the Congress to the BJP. Despite losing the Ludhiana seat in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Bittu was appointed as a Minister of State in Narendra Modi's cabinet, highlighting his continued influence.

Ravneet Singh Bittu, a seasoned politician known for his strong anti-Khalistan stance, has recently been appointed as a Minister of State in Narendra Modi's cabinet. Bittu, the grandson of the late Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh, shifted allegiance from Congress to BJP, surprising many.

Despite losing the Ludhiana seat to Congress candidate Amrinder Singh Raja Warring by a margin of 20,942 votes, Bittu's political journey remains significant. Amit Shah's promise to make him a 'bada aadmi' (a big man) in a Ludhiana rally underscores Bittu's importance to the BJP's strategy in Punjab.

Throughout his campaign, Bittu faced fierce opposition from farmer groups, a testament to the turbulent political climate. Nevertheless, his appointment as a minister exemplifies the BJP's focus on expanding its influence in Punjab, especially considering their doubling vote share to 18.56% in the state.

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