Intensifying Campaigns Ahead of Nuapada Assembly By-Election

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The campaign for the Nuapada Assembly by-election has gained momentum, with leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) engaging in a fiery exchange. Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida has accused the BJD of fielding an "outsider" candidate, while BJD MP Sulata Deo has countered the remark, emphasizing that the BJD's candidate, Snehangini Chhuria, has a deep understanding of the region's issues. The election is expected to be a triangular contest between Jay Dholakia (BJP), Snehangini Chhuria (BJD), and Ghasiram Majhi (Congress). Polling is scheduled for November 11, with counting and results on November 14.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nuapada Assembly by-election campaign has intensified, with leaders from the BJP and BJD engaging in a heated exchange over the BJD's candidate, Snehangini Chhuria.
  • Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida accused the BJD of fielding an "outsider" candidate, while BJD MP Sulata Deo defending the move, stating that Chhuria has a deep understanding of the region's issues.
  • A total of 14 candidates are in fray for the election, with five nominations initially filed being rejected during scrutiny.
  • The election is expected to be a triangular contest between Jay Dholakia (BJP), Snehangini Chhuria (BJD), and Ghasiram Majhi (Congress).
  • Polling is scheduled for November 11, with counting and results on November 14.
  • The BJD's decision to field an "outsider" candidate has sparked debate over local leadership and development priorities in the region.
  • Pravati Parida emphasized the need for a "double engine government" to accelerate development in Nuapada, suggesting that parties without an engine cannot drive progress.

Statistics:

  • 14 candidates are in fray for the Nuapada Assembly by-election.
  • 5 out of 19 initial nominations were rejected during scrutiny.
  • Polling is scheduled for November 11.
  • Counting and results are scheduled for November 14.
  • The by-election is expected to be a triangular contest.

Sources:

  • A article published by HT Digital Content Services, featuring permission from Orissa TV.