Yashodhara Raje hails Scindia's decision to quit Congress

New Delhi: Yashodhara Raje, an aunt of Jyotiraditya Scindia, welcomed his decision to join the BJP after he quit the Congress, saying it is a courageous step by Scindia.

Belonging to the Maratha clan, BJP leader Yashodhara Raje is the former minister in the Shivraj Singh-led government of Madhya Pradesh. An MLA from Shivpuri, Yashodhara Raje tweeted: “The blood of Rajmata has taken a bold decision in the national interest. We will tread together on the path of progress and will work for a new India. Now the gap between us has been filled. I wholeheartedly welcome Jyotiraditya’s decision to quit Congress.” She said her mother Rajmata Vijaya Raje Scindia had played a crucial role in establishing the Jan Sangh and the BJP. (IANS)

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