New Delhi, Aug. 30 -- Former Union Minister and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Uma Bharti expressed optimism about fighting elections and said she is ready to contest polls if it aligns with her goals.

Speaking to ANI, Bharti, who last contested a successful election in the 2014 Lok Sabha Polls, expressed her desire to contest the polls, stressing that she has not yet crossed 65 years of age.

"Yes, I will contest the election. I am not even 65 years old. But I will fight when I think that I am ready for it," she said.

However, the BJP leader said that contesting elections at this time would be a hurdle.

"Right now, it will be a hurdle. I have a weakness. I am very cynically sincere to the commitment. So, if I fight from a Parliamentary...