Govinda Rejoin Politics After 14 Years: Joining the Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) ahead of the looming Lok Sabha polls, Govinda’s move has left many questioning the reasons behind his comeback after 14 years.
Why Govinda joined Shiv Sena?
What prompted Govinda, known for his stellar performances on the silver screen, to venture back into the world of politics and join Shiv Sena? Was it a newfound sense of purpose or a desire to contribute to the betterment of society? The answers to these questions can be interpreted from his interview. Some of the reasons are mentioned in the points below:
- Govinda said that he was inspired by the clean aura of Shiv Sena and hence he decided to join the party.
- The development of Maharashtra in last 2 years and the progress of the nation in last 10 years under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi encouraged him to enter into active politics and contribute his part.
- He also revealed that his parents had a good relationship with Shiv Sena’s founder Shri Balasaheb Thackeray.
- As per Govinda, Maharashtra under the current leadership of Eknath Shinde as Chief Minister is like Ramrajya. He further compared his decision of joining Shiv Sena with his return from ‘vanvaas’ (exile) into politics.
Govinda also stated that joining Shiv Sena is a blessing of God. He added that he never thought that he will join politics again.
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Govinda’s Political Career
Govinda’s journey in the world of politics has been as intriguing as his performances on screen. In 2004, he ventured into politics under the Congress banner and emerged victorious in the Lok Sabha elections from Mumbai North constituency, defeating BJP’s Ram Naik. However, his stint in politics was short-lived as he later chose to step away from the political limelight to focus on his acting career.
What will be Govinda’s Role in Shiv Sena?
As Govinda aligns himself with the Shiv Sena, many wonder about the specific role he will play within the party’s ranks. Will he be a mere figurehead or a driving force behind the party’s electoral strategies? The potential implications of Govinda’s involvement in Shiv Sena’s political agenda has been clarified by CM Shinde.
CM Eknath Shinde said that Govinda will act a link between the Government and the film industry. Apart from society in general, he will do something for the film industry.
Who called Govinda – a man of clean heart?
Milind Deora, Rajya Sabha MP said that he has known Govinda for almost 25 years and called him “a man of clean heart”. He added that Govinda will be a representative of the creative industry and the cultural capital of the country, Mumbai.
“Govinda is not a popular actor” – Shinde must reconsider his decision
NCP (Sharad Pawar) leader Jayant Patil made a comment regarding Govinda’s decision to join Shiv Sena (Shinde group), implying that the actor lacks popularity.
Patil suggested that Eknath Shinde could have chosen a more renowned actor for the political endeavor. He further remarked that Shinde’s apparent lack of awareness about popular actors might have influenced his decision.
The Road Ahead: Govinda’s Political Journey
As Govinda embarks on this new chapter of his political journey, the spotlight shines brighter than ever. What lies ahead for the actor-turned-politician? Only time will tell whether Govinda’s return to politics will be met with acclaim or skepticism from both his fans and detractors alike.