BJP Unveils Second List of Candidates for Chhattisgarh Assembly Elections

TFP Bureau, Raipur Oct 09, 2023: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a significant move in the run-up to the Chhattisgarh assembly elections by releasing its second list of candidates. This announcement includes a total of 64 assembly candidates, further shaping the battleground for the upcoming polls.

15 Former Ministers and 3 MPs Secure BJP Tickets : In a strategic allocation of tickets, the BJP has extended its endorsement to 15 former ministers and 3 Members of Parliament. This development comes after the initial list of 21 candidates was disclosed by the party.

Nearly All Sitting MLAs Retain Their Tickets Of particular note is the BJP’s decision to field almost all of its incumbent Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs), demonstrating faith in their incumbency. However, the lone exception is Bindranwagarh MLA Damru Dhar Pujari, whose ticket has been withdrawn.

Key Contests in Prominent Constituencies

The BJP has chosen some prominent faces for key constituencies in the state. Union Minister Renuka Singh will be contesting from Bharatpur Sonhat, while MP Gomti Sai has secured the ticket for Pathal village. Notably, former Union Minister Vishnudev Sai is set to contest from Kunkuri, and the former Chief Minister, Dr. Raman Singh, will be a candidate in Rajnandgaon.

Remaining Mystery : Candidates for 5 Seats Yet to Be Declared. While the BJP’s candidate list is nearly complete, the suspense continues for the remaining 5 seats where candidates are yet to be announced. These constituencies are Ambikapur- Beltara- Kasdol- Pandaria- Bemetra As the assembly elections draw near, the stage is set for intense campaigning and political maneuvering in Chhattisgarh.

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