New Delhi

In another blow to INDIA bloc formed by opposition parties in the country, Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) chief Jayant Chaudhary hinted his party may enter into alliance with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). On Friday, Chaudhary expressed his gratitude to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the Indian government conferred 'Bharat Ratna' - India's highest civilian award.-  to former Indian prime minister Chaudhary Charan Singh. Jayant Chaudhary is grandson of Charan Singh. 

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"What previous governments could not do until today has been completed by PM Modi's vision. I would like to once again express my gratitude to PM Modi's government for encouraging people who aren't part of the mainstream. It is a big day and an emotional moment for me. I want to thank the President, government, and PM Modi because this was part of his vision. Three awards have been given. The sentiments of the people are connected with this decision," he said, as quoted by ANI.

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On being asked by the media about the speculations of RLD joining the ruling alliance NDA, he said, "Is there anything left? How can I deny this?"

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"Talking about seats or votes will make this day less important. When I am congratulating and PM Modi has given a decision that proves he understands the basic sentiments and character of the nation," he further said.

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Earlier in the day, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, whose party has an alliance with the RLD, said that he did not have any conversation with Jayant Chaudhary after the announcement of Bharat Ratna to Chaudhary Charan Singh.

"There have been no talks here. Whatever it is, is being published in newspapers, I am getting all the information through you" Akhilesh said.

On Friday, PM Narendra Modi announced Bharat Ratna for Charan Singh and PV Narsimha Rao, another former prime minister of India.

(With inputs from agencies)