In a strategic move ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections set for March 16, the Congress party has intensified political maneuvering in Haryana. Due to apprehensions regarding cross-voting, Congress has sent all 31 of its legislators along with four MPs to Shimla, located in Himachal Pradesh. They were transported in a convoy of buses and cars to a luxurious hotel in the city's Chharabda area. The intention behind this relocation is to ensure the legislators remain united and less susceptible to any political intrigues that might disrupt their voting loyalty.

The legislators originally departed from Chandigarh in two buses and two cars but have since switched to three buses and two cars for better logistics. This planned retreat is aimed at keeping the Congress legislators away from any potential influences or pressures that could lead to cross-voting during the elections. According to reports, they will remain in Shimla until March 16, the polling date, before returning to Chandigarh to cast their votes.

The state of Haryana is set to hold elections for two seats in the Rajya Sabha, previously occupied by BJP leaders Kiran Choudhry and Ram Chandra Jangra. The Congress party's decision to employ resort politics reflects the competitive nature of the state's political landscape, where every vote is critical, given the current divisions and dynamics within the assembly. This move highlights the increasing use of such strategies in Indian politics to secure victories in critical elections.