Camp by day, rival by night: MP’s ‘split loyalty’ raises eyebrows

A LAWMAKER IS the talk of colleagues for allegedly moonlighting for a rival political outfit. A group of politicians was overheard conversing about how the fellow sings the tune of one outfit at day and supposedly retreats to the rivals at dusk. The group’s key question was why the said individual has never made any public comments to show their commitment to the team they openly belong to. One noted the fellow’s campaign has been centred largely on a call for their current camp to treat the rivals with kid gloves.

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A TOP STATE functionary, who has long kept a low public profile, is now at the centre of quiet but intense lobbying, with our sources claiming he is possibly positioning himself for one of the most powerful roles in government. Speculation about an impending shake-up within some ministries continues to swirl. Unusual movements and a flurry of high-level consultations have kept the rumour mill active. Multiple sources indicate closed-door meetings involving top state officials have become frequent in recent weeks, fuelling talk of an imminent reorganisation. Sudden summons to a prominent address has also deepened the intrigue.

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ALL IS NOT well within the inner circle of a political bigwig in the broad-based formation. Two camps surrounding a honcho have emerged over how to engage the current administration. One faction is pushing for structured engagement ahead of 2027, while hardliners said they should only maintain pressure. The stalemate, which became evident last week at a private meeting in the city, is likely to reshape how the honcho’s region will go into the next poll. Some fear they might lose their positions.

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A WOMAN LAWMAKER and a two-term county boss are the subject of gossip in political corridors. Their unusually close working relationship is drawing the attention of everyone who cares to know. The two have in recent months been spotted at joint functions well outside their jurisdictions, often arriving separately but leaving in close succession. While their handlers insist their engagements are strictly development-focused, those in the know say the frequency and timing of their meetings are allegedly something to worry about. Whether it’s strategic alignment or something more personal, it remains firmly in the realm of speculation. But in politics, perception can be just as potent as reality.

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