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Former Minister Dhariwal Labels Ashok Gehlot as Rajasthan's "High Command"
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 02 Aug 2026, 09:34 PM
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Former minister Dhariwal has publicly referred to Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot as the "high command" of Rajasthan, implying that the state's leadership is largely directed from Delhi.
Former Rajasthan minister S. Dhariwal, in a recent interview, described Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot as the "high command" of the state, suggesting that Gehlot’s decisions are heavily influenced by directives from the national leadership.
Dhariwal’s remarks come amid growing discussions about the autonomy of state governments within the Indian federal structure. By labeling Gehlot as a high command, Dhariwal is highlighting the perceived dominance of the central government over state affairs.
The statement has added fuel to an ongoing debate about the balance of power between the central and state governments, especially in the context of policy implementation and political strategy.
While no official response has been issued by the Rajasthan government, the comment underscores the continuing tension between state leaders and the central party apparatus in shaping governance in the country.
Dhariwal’s remarks come amid growing discussions about the autonomy of state governments within the Indian federal structure. By labeling Gehlot as a high command, Dhariwal is highlighting the perceived dominance of the central government over state affairs.
The statement has added fuel to an ongoing debate about the balance of power between the central and state governments, especially in the context of policy implementation and political strategy.
While no official response has been issued by the Rajasthan government, the comment underscores the continuing tension between state leaders and the central party apparatus in shaping governance in the country.