The disqualification of Congress MLA Rajesh Bharti in Madhya Pradesh has escalated political tensions between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Indian National Congress. Bharti was convicted by a Delhi court in a cheating case, receiving a three-year prison sentence. Following the court's order on April 2, the state Assembly issued a disqualification notification late at night, prompting criticism from Congress leaders like Jitu Patwari, who questioned the timing of the action despite Bharti having 60 days to appeal. Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar defended the process, stating it adhered to legal protocols. This disqualification carries significant implications for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in June, where three seats from Madhya Pradesh will become available. Currently, the BJP holds two seats and Congress one. However, the Congress party is facing challenges as MLA Mukesh Malhotra is unable to vote due to a court order, and Nirmala Sapre is unlikely to support the party. If Bharti cannot secure relief in time, he too will be barred from voting, raising concerns about potential cross-voting that could benefit the BJP in the contest for the third seat.