An Independent Political Journey
Serving without the banner of any party — accountable only to the people.
An Independent Path in Public Life
Choosing to serve without the banner of any party, Mr. Jhala entered public life as an independent voice — accountable only to the people.
He contests and serves as an Independent — free of party branding — so his commitments remain to the public alone.
- 2022
Retirement from the Air Force
After nearly two decades in uniform, he returned to civilian life with a resolve to keep serving society.
- 2022–2024
Public Engagement
Through the academy and grassroots work, he engaged closely with youth, families and communities across the region.
- 2024
Independent Candidature, Indore
He filed his nomination as an Independent candidate for the 2024 Lok Sabha election from Indore, on a platform of transparency, employment, education and the empowerment of youth and veterans.
- 2024
The Nomination Matter
When his name appeared among the withdrawn candidates, Mr. Jhala publicly stated that the withdrawal did not carry his genuine signature and had not been made with his consent. He raised the matter publicly and pursued it through the appropriate process — as widely reported. (See the Public Record section.)
Guiding Commitments
- Transparent, accountable and accessible governance.
- Local employment and support for self-reliance.
- Quality education and skill development for youth.
- Dignity and welfare for farmers and veterans.
- Accessible healthcare for every family.
- Active citizen participation in decision-making.
Public Record
A factual, neutral account of publicly reported events, with sources.
In 2024, Mr. Dharmendra Singh Jhala — a former Indian Air Force veteran — filed his nomination to contest the Lok Sabha election from Indore as an independent candidate.
As the withdrawal deadline passed, his name appeared on the list of candidates who had withdrawn. Mr. Jhala publicly stated that he had not withdrawn, that the signature on the withdrawal was not his, and that he had given no consent — telling reporters, in effect, that “the signature is not mine.”
By his account, when he went to collect his election symbol he found his name had already been removed from the list of contesting candidates. He shared his version of events publicly, including on social media.
He pursued the matter through the appropriate process, and the episode was reported by several news outlets. This website presents these events as neutral, publicly reported information and takes no position on any question that remains before the appropriate authorities.
Nothing on this page should be read as an allegation of guilt or wrongdoing against any person, party or institution. Statements reflect matters as publicly reported and Mr. Jhala's own account; final conclusions rest with the appropriate judicial or constitutional authorities.