Ahead of the general elections, Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) MLA Ranbir Gangwa joined the BJP on Thursday in Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar's presence. The MLA from Hisar's Nalwa said it became difficult to remain in INLD as "factionalism plagued the party". Khattar said, "He (Gangwa) is from the OBC community and holds...good reputation in the community."