Yes, BJP made an offer, but I'm not joining party: Ganguly

January 22, 2015 15:06

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly has dismissed reports of joining the BJP saying he has declined the offer given to him by the party.

When asked by the reporters, Ganguly said, "Yes, the BJP did make an offer. However, I have declined it. I won't be contesting the elections."

Ganguly had reportedly also turned down the BJP's offer to contest last year's general election.

Ganguly's induction in the BJP could have strengthened party base in West Bengal and posed a tough challenge to Trinamool Congress.

Earlier, there were speculations of TMC leader Dinesh Trivedi joining the BJP as well.

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