
Aug 17, 2026
✦ThePrint
Shehzad Poonawalla resigns from BJP ending speculation, says ‘certain individuals’ forced decision
Shehzad Poonawalla resigned from the BJP, ending speculation about his role. He said “certain individuals” forced his decision after five years with the party. He thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other senior leaders for their support. Poonawalla joined the BJP in 2017 and served as a national spokesperson.