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Ajay Chautala is a prominent politician in Haryana and the leader of the Jannayak Janta Party (JJP), a regional political outfit that he co-founded in 2018. Born into the influential Chautala family, Ajay is the son of former Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala and the grandson of legendary political leader Chaudhary Devi Lal, a former Deputy Prime Minister of India. Ajay Chautala's political career has been shaped by his family's deep-rooted legacy in Haryana politics.
Before founding the JJP, Ajay was associated with the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD), the party led by his father. However, a family rift led to a split in the INLD, and Ajay, along with his son Dushyant Chautala, formed the JJP. The party quickly gained traction, especially among the youth and rural voters, and played a pivotal role in the 2019 Haryana Assembly elections. The JJP's alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) enabled it to form the government, with Ajay's son Dushyant becoming the Deputy Chief Minister of Haryana.
Ajay Chautala is known for his political acumen and his focus on development-oriented policies, particularly in rural areas. His influence and leadership continue to shape the trajectory of the JJP, making him a key figure in Haryana's political landscape.
