BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla has officially dismissed speculation regarding a potential return to the Congress party. Poonawalla, who was formerly associated with Congress before joining the BJP, characterized the prospect of a return as non-existent under the current party structure.

In his remarks, Poonawalla set a specific, albeit unlikely, condition for his return: the resignation of the Gandhi family from their leadership roles within the Congress party. By framing his condition in this manner, Poonawalla signaled that the current leadership dynamic remains the primary barrier to any reconciliation. The statement serves to reinforce his current political alignment with the BJP while simultaneously criticizing the internal governance of his former party.

While the Hindustan Times report focuses on the 'cheeky' nature of his condition, it does not provide a response from Congress officials regarding his comments. The report treats the statement primarily as a political jab rather than a serious negotiation, highlighting the ongoing adversarial relationship between the BJP spokesperson and the Congress leadership.