In a surprising move, Madhya Pradesh Ministers Vijayvargiya and Patel skipped a crucial agriculture cabinet meeting in Nagalwadi, Barwani, organized by the Mohan Yadav government. The absence has sparked fresh speculation about internal rifts within the BJP leadership, especially after their recent Delhi meetings with Amit Shah.
Vijayvargiya's Packed Day: Festivals and High-Profile Meet
Urban Administration Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya was spotted at the vibrant Bhagoria festival in Alirajpur alongside Minister Nagar Singh Chauhan and MP Anita Chauhan. Later, he met Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha in Indore and joined the lively Phag procession at night. Vijayvargiya defended his presence, stating, "I came to celebrate Bhagoria and congratulate the tribal community, not for politics."
This comes amid ongoing tensions. On Saturday, Vijayvargiya, Panchayat Minister Prahlad Patel, and CM Mohan Yadav held separate meetings with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi—days after Vijayvargiya's controversial "status" remarks during the budget session hinted at discord.
Prahlad Patel Stays in Bhopal, Skips Barwani Meet
Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Prahlad Patel remained in Bhopal throughout the day. He met newly appointed BJP Kisan Morcha state general secretary Captain Singh Yadav, his former PA, who shared a social media photo of seeking blessings. Patel also met Sushil Gupta of Jararudham Gaushala Sanctuary in Damoh before heading to Vidisha.
Captain Singh Yadav posted: "After becoming state general secretary of BJP Kisan Morcha, I met respected Prahlad Singh Patel ji, received his blessings, and expressed gratitude."
Singhar-Vijayvargiya Clash Ignites at Bhagoria Festival
Tensions boiled over at Alirajpur's Bhagoria folk festival, a key tribal cultural event drawing migrants home. Leader of Opposition Umang Singhar confronted Vijayvargiya over his assembly "status" comment on tribals, asking, "Have you come to insult tribals or apologize?"
Singhar told media: "The government preaches tribal respect, yet ministers belittle them. Bhagoria is a generational tradition." Vijayvargiya hit back: "I'll respond where necessary. Central and state schemes give every tribal family â¹30,000-50,000 annually."
Why This Matters Now
With festivals like Bhagoria highlighting tribal culture in Madhya Pradesh politics, these skips and spats underscore growing factionalism in the Mohan Yadav government. As budget session echoes linger, it raises questions on unity ahead of key agricultural decisions. BJP leaders dismiss rift rumors, but stakeholders watch closely for impacts on farmer policies.
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