Jiji Thomson, a former chief secretary, revealed that Gyanesh Kumar suggested he join the BJP. The proposal occurred during a flight to New Delhi in 2016. Kumar mentioned that Thomson could become a Union minister if elected. Thomson, however, declined the suggestion, expressing disinterest in politics. He has been approached by various political leaders in the past regarding electoral positions.
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