Tag: General Elections 2024

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, Arun Govil, and other BJP leaders are set to campaign in Odisha. They will attend various public meetings across multiple locations on May 22 and 23, including Bhubaneswar and Chilika.

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw outlined PM Narendra Modi's transformative vision for Odisha's railway system, highlighting a significant increase in investment and the introduction of advanced services like Vande Metro and Vande Sleeper trains. Key projects include upgrading 52 stations to world-class standards and extending rail lines across challenging terrains.

Concealing all the sorrows in her heart, the victim's wife and other family members came to polling booth-71 and exercised their franchise during the second phase of elections on Monday.

During an election campaign in Baramba, BJD candidate Debi Prasad Mishra was confronted by villagers protesting over inadequate drinking water supply, leading to a disruption of his campaign event.

BJP leader Pradeep Panigrahi accused the BJD of orchestrating the attack on him due to 'looming electoral debacle' in Hinjili and Aska seats. He suggested collusion between his attacker and the BJD, further referring to some targeted harassment by BJD supporters in the past.

In Odisha, families affected by crimes such as murder, rape, and kidnapping demanded a CBI probe, citing government negligence. At a press conference, they highlighted their plight and lack of progress in justice. They threatened to boycott upcoming polls if their demands were not met.

BJP's National Vice President Baijayant Panda, contesting for the Kendrapara Lok Sabha seat, led the Jan Ashirwad and Jan Sampark Yatra in Aul. Accompanied by MLA nominee Krushna Chandra Panda, the BJP stalwart campaigned across several villages to garner support for the upcoming elections.

The fifth phase of the General Elections 2024 is currently underway, covering 49 constituencies across six states and two Union territories. Prominent figures like Rahul Gandhi, Smriti Irani, and Rajnath Singh are among the 695 candidates whose political fates will be decided today.

Voting was held for the fifth phase of the 18th Lok Sabha elections. Following the conclusion of polling on April 19, April 26, and May 7, May 13, voting

The Sundargarh Lok Sabha seat is poised for an intense electoral battle in 2024 among BJP's Jual Oram, BJD's Dilip Tirkey, and Congress' Janardan Dehury. Oram, ending his political career with this election, faces a tough contest against former Indian hockey captain Tirkey and tribal leader Dehury.

The Bolangir Lok Sabha seat is set for a highly contested election among BJP, Congress, and BJD. This year diverges from tradition with the BJD fielding tribal leader Surendra Singh Bhoi instead of a royal family member. Incumbent MP Sangeeta Kumari of BJP faces new Congress candidate, actor Manoj Mishra.

The Bharatiya Janata Party, Congress, and Biju Janata Dal are poised for a competitive race for the Bargarh Lok Sabha seat in 2024. Each party has fielded strategic candidates, reflecting past election results and current political dynamics. Sanjay Bhoi, Pradeep Purohit, and Parinita Mishra represent their respective parties in this crucial constituency.

In the upcoming general elections, Kandhamal Lok Sabha seat in Odisha is set for a keen contest. Achyuta Samanta of BJD, Sukanta Kumar Panigrahi of BJP, and Amir Chand Nayak of Congress are the main contenders. Historically, BJD has held this seat since its creation in 2008, with Samanta defending it against strong opposition.

The Aska Lok Sabha seat in Odisha, historically significant and once held by Naveen Patnaik, sees a contest between BJD's Ranjita Sahu and BJP's Anita Subhadarshini. With changing candidates and rising BJP vote shares, the upcoming election promises a keen battle.

Extensive security measures have been made for the roadshow to be held by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Puri on Monday. Over 60 platoons of police have been deployed. After visiting Srimandir, the PM will start the roadshow from Singhadwar to Medical Chhak.