Congress stalwart KP Singh Deo rejects invitation to join BJP

Bhubaneswar: Senior Congress leader KP Singh Deo, on Monday, rejected the invitation of Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to join BJP stating that he is a loyal leader of the oldest party in the country.

Speaking at the inaugural function of Vigilance Court at Dhenkanal district on August 7, the petroleum minister said it would be a blessing if Singh Deo joins BJP.

On being asked by newsmen about the open invitation of Pradhan, Singh Deo said he is not responsible for what people dream about him.

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"Loyalty, loyalty and loyalty is what I know. I am a loyal worker of the Congress and I have never thought of joining any other party," said Singh Deo, adding, he would have thought of joining any other party had the party ditched him.