The Congress party has expelled senior leader and former Leader of Opposition in the Municipal Corporation, Krishna Rao Dixit (Kallu), for repeatedly criticising party policies and openly praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The disciplinary action follows a series of public statements by Dixit in support of the Prime Minister and in opposition to Congress ideology.
The decision came after the party issued a show-cause notice to Dixit, demanding an explanation for his actions. However, instead of responding, Dixit continued to defy the party’s directive—giving interviews to the media and circulating audio messages that further condemned Congress positions.
Congress disciplinary committee chief Maharaj Singh Patel had given Dixit three days to reply, but no response was received. On the committee’s recommendation, Dixit was officially removed from the party.
Confirming the expulsion, Congress city district president Devendra Sharma stated, “He was warned and given a chance to explain, but he didn’t respond. So we had no choice but to expel him.” Sharma further noted that Dixit had been in close contact with BJP leaders and had even shared the stage with them at various events. “Despite that, the party held back, hoping for a course correction. But as he continued to attack Congress ideology, strict action was taken,” Sharma added.
Party insiders say that Dixit has maintained close ties with Jyotiraditya Scindia since the latter’s departure from Congress to join the BJP. It is widely expected that Dixit will formally join the BJP in the coming days, likely in the presence of Scindia or Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav.
