Key Electoral Battles Today: Ex-Student Leader vs BJP’s Lone Repeat Pick in Delhi
25.05.2024: Today marks a significant day in the Indian electoral landscape, with 889 candidates vying for seats across six states and a Union territory. In Delhi alone, seven crucial seats are up for grabs, making this phase of the Lok Sabha elections highly anticipated.
High-Profile Candidates in the Fray
This sixth phase features notable candidates, including Kanhaiya Kumar, the former JNU student union president, who is now contesting under the Congress banner. Joining him are BJP leader and former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi, and actor-turned-politician Manoj Tiwari.
Key Battles to Watch
- Manoj Tiwari vs Kanhaiya Kumar – Northeast Delhi: The battle between incumbent MP Manoj Tiwari from BJP and Kanhaiya Kumar is closely watched. Tiwari, a significant political figure in Delhi, faces Kumar, known for his activism at JNU and now representing Congress.
- Sambit Patra vs Arup Patnaik – Puri: BJP’s Sambit Patra faces BJD’s Arup Patnaik and Congress’ Jay Narayan Patnaik in Odisha’s Puri constituency, sparking interest due to Patra’s recent controversial statements.
- Manohar Lal Khattar vs Divyanshu Budhiraja – Karnal: Former Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar contests against Congress’ Divyanshu Budhiraja in Karnal, a showdown between experienced BJP leadership and emerging opposition.
- Bansuri Swaraj vs Somnath Bharti – New Delhi: In New Delhi, Bansuri Swaraj seeks to retain BJP’s stronghold against AAP’s Somnath Bharti, presenting an intriguing clash of political forces.
- Dharmendra Pradhan vs Pranab Prakash Das – Sambalpur: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan faces Pranab Prakash Das from BJD in Odisha’s Sambalpur, a seat with historical margins of victory for different parties.
These key battles highlight the diversity and intensity of India’s democratic process. As voters cast their ballots, the outcomes of these contests will shape the political landscape in the coming years. Stay tuned for updates on these crucial electoral face-offs.