Raipur: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has unveiled its second list of candidates for the forthcoming Chhattisgarh Assembly elections. The list comprises 64 candidates, including three Members of Parliament (MPs) and 10 women candidates. This announcement is significant in shaping the party's strategy for the upcoming polls. Among the notable candidates in this list are three MPs who have been given tickets to contest the elections. Renuka Singh will be representing Bharatpur-Sonhat, Gomati Sai will be contesting from Pathalgaon, and the state BJP president, Arun Sao, will be seeking election from Lormi.
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister, Raman Singh, has been fielded from his traditional stronghold, the Rajnangaon constituency, which will go to polls in the first phase. The list also includes candidates for a significant number of Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Scheduled Castes (SC) seats, with a total of 10 ST and 9 SC seats being announced in the second list. Nanki Ram Kawar, a six-time MLA, has been nominated to represent the Rampur ST constituency. Notable leaders like Brijmohan Aggarwal, a former cabinet minister and seven-time MLA, will be contesting from Raipur South, while Ajay Chandrakar, a three-time cabinet minister, has been nominated to contest from the Kurud constituency.
Another noteworthy candidate is Dharmjeet Singh Thakur, a former Janta Congress Chhattisgarh (JCC) member who has now joined the BJP. He will be representing the Takhatpur constituency. This list of candidates reflects the BJP's approach to the Chhattisgarh Assembly elections, showcasing a mix of experienced leaders and fresh faces. It sets the stage for an interesting political contest in the state, with a diverse range of candidates vying for the electorate's support.
The Chhattisgarh Assembly elections are expected to be closely watched, and the BJP's candidate selection process will play a crucial role in determining the party's performance in the polls. As the election season unfolds, more developments and strategies will emerge, shaping the political landscape in the state.
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