With Shah’s backing, Narbir eyes Dy CM post after Badshahpur win

Former BJP minister Rao Narbir, who secured a resounding victory in Haryana’s largest Assembly segment, Badshahpur, is now in the running for the Deputy Chief Minister post. Sources have revealed that Narbir, leveraging his new-found proximity to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, has entered the race following his win. After the election, Narbir reportedly met the party’s central leadership to discuss the possibility.

Speaking to The Tribune, Narbir said, “The victory has been encouraging. I am ready for any role the party assigns me, but I’m hopeful the party will reward me for one of the biggest victories in the state. I hope to serve the people in a prominent position.”

Narbir faced significant internal opposition to secure his ticket, only receiving it after intervention from Amit Shah, who rallied in his support. During the campaign, Shah assured voters that Narbir would become a “big man” if elected. Now, having won with a margin of over 60,000 votes, Narbir is looking to claim what was hinted at during the campaign.

A senior BJP leader from Haryana said, “Narbir cannot be overlooked in the Cabinet formation. He has not only won the state’s largest segment but did so after being written off. The fact that he stayed loyal to the party despite being denied a ticket in 2019 and then excelled in this election strengthens his case. Having been a strong Cabinet member from 2014 to 2019, he will likely be considered for a major Cabinet role.”

With leaders already lobbying for Cabinet positions, particularly from the Ahirwal region, Narbir has emerged as a strong contender, though not aligned with the Inderjit camp.