In the midst of the assembly election buzz in Haryana, troubles are mounting for Devendra Kadian, the brother-in-law of former Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala and a prominent youth leader of the Jannayak Janta Party (JJP). The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ordered a DNA test for Kadian following a petition related to him.
Legal Proceedings and Allegations
A woman filed a petition in the High Court claiming that Devendra Kadian is the father of her son but refuses to accept the child. After hearings, on August 27, the High Court mandated a DNA test in this case, and the order copy has now been released.
Devendra Kadian’s Response
Responding to the court’s ruling, Devendra Kadian stated that he is willing to undergo the DNA test. He alleges that there is a conspiracy against him during the election season and claims that the allegations are built on fabricated documents. Kadian insists that the dispute dates back to 2002 and implies that the woman’s accusations are financially motivated.
A Political Legacy
Devendra Kadian is the son of Satbeer Kadian, a former Speaker of the Haryana Assembly and a three-time MLA. In the recent Lok Sabha elections, the JJP fielded Kadian against the incumbent Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar for the Karnal seat. Unfortunately, Kadian suffered a defeat; Khattar won the seat by a significant margin of 232,577 votes against the Congress candidate, Divyanshu Budhiraja.
Upcoming Elections in Haryana
The assembly elections in Haryana are set for October 5, with voting to take place across the 90 constituencies. Initially scheduled for October 1, the Election Commission recently changed the date. Additionally, the counting of votes for Haryana and Jammu and Kashmir will now occur on October 8.
Contextual Background
The unfolding events not only highlight the complexities of personal issues spilling into the political arena but also encapsulate the significant challenges candidates face during election periods. As the state braces for elections, the outcomes of such legal battles could have implications that extend beyond individual reputations and may influence voter sentiment in a politically charged environment.
Potential Impact on Kadian’s Political Future
As the election date nears, how the legal proceedings unfold will be crucial for Kadian’s public image and political future. The allegations and the resulting scrutiny may affect not only his aspirations but also the dynamics within the JJP, potentially influencing voter perceptions at a critical time.
