After deciding to make the leap into politics, he was clear that he had to be on Mamata Banerjee’s nook.Having received his first state meeting elections from Shibpur constituency by a margin of greater than 6000 votes over nearest rival Rathin Chakraborty of BJP, Tiwary is aware of his instant project.
“Effective COVID-19 management in my area, raising awareness and keeping the residents of my constituency safe. That’s my first job and its a challenge. But that’s what sport teaches us isn’t,” Tiwary, a former India participant and one of the best batsmen to have emerged from Bengal, informed PTI after amassing his victory certificates.
Tiwary, even in hostile circumstances, has by no means been brief of confidence and that’s why he was by no means not sure about his victory.
“I was well prepared for this election and worked very hard to win blessing and mandate of people of my constituency. I knew politics is not an easy place and for a newcomer from a different sphere, it was all the more difficult. I had campaigned door to door in Shibpur locality, they know my intention.
“I am happy that those smiling faces reposed their faith in me and I could feel while campaigning that they would bless me with a big mandate,” stated Tiwary.
But did he take into consideration the dangers of shedding an election when he had a secured home profession and was additionally doing effectively as a TV skilled?
“Yes, it was risky. I went against the tide when I took the decision because you can’t say ‘No’ to Didi. Didi has always been my inspiration. Every year on my birthday, I would receive a greeting card signed by her.”
But somebody who’s all the time sensible, he knew that the knee damage sustained earlier than final version of Vijay Hazare Trophy would pressure him to have a plan B.
“When I responded to Didi’s call, I had a knee injury and wasn’t playing Vijay Hazare Trophy. It would have taken four to five months to recover. I had to come to terms with IPL rejection and I had time at my disposal which I needed to use constructively.
“In my mind, I had to decide what if this knee injury is more serious than I thought. What’s my plan B? You need to think about life beyond cricket.”
At one level he was very lively on social media on “Justice for Sushant Singh Rajput campaign” which he stop after it grew to become “political in nature”.
“Yes BJP had approached me but when I saw the plight of migrant labourers who were left in the lurch by the sitting central government, joining them would be not being honest to my ideals and beliefs. I was devastated by what I saw. People dead on railway tracks. It was very difficult to accept that.
“No way could I have responded to BJP’s call. They didnt fulfil any promises and this COVID mismanagement is just another example.”
Also how Mamata stood her floor in opposition to the fixed assault from the highest management of BJP additionally “inspired him”.
“The entire machinery of central government was put to force to attack Didi and it was call of the hour to make her stronger with our presence. I was born in Bengal, I got love, affection, fame here. Now, I have another job to do, serve the people of this state to the best of my ability.”
Cricket will definitely take a backseat for an lively politician however Tiwary is hopeful that there may simply be some quantity of cricket left in him.
“If I would have retired, I would have told you. If I haven’t, read between the lines. I don’t rule out the option of playing a few more games for Bengal. Let’s wait and see.”
And what about sports activities administration? “Yes, you will find me raising my voice if needed in Cricket Association of Bengal and also wherever it is required for betterment of cricket and sport and as a whole.”
Tiwary throughout his early enjoying days was identified for his punchlines and he had one for the event too.
“Manoj Tiwary hasn’t just been born to play cricket. Before I leave this world, I will do enough public service have to leave footprint as a people’s man.”
