Today marks the pivotal fourth phase of the Lok Sabha elections 2024, with 96 seats up for contention across 10 states and union territories. Here’s an overview of key candidates and constituencies to monitor closely:
- Baharampur, West Bengal: A fierce battle ensues among the Congress, BJP, and TMC, with former cricketer Yusuf Pathan challenging West Bengal Congress president Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury and BJP’s Nirmal Kumar Saha.
- Hyderabad, Telangana: BJP’s Madhavi Latha contests against incumbent AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi, emphasizing political representation and minority rights.
- Krishnanagar, West Bengal: TMC’s Mahua Moitra faces BJP’s Amrita Roy in a significant contest.
- Begusarai, Bihar: BJP’s Giriraj Singh competes against CPI’s Awadhesh Rai, building on his 2019 victory against CPI’s Kanhaiya Kumar.
- Munger, Bihar: JD(U)’s Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh) faces RJD’s Anita Devi.
- Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir: National Conference’s Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi challenges PDP’s Waheed Parra.
- Asansol, West Bengal: TMC’s Shatrughan Sinha contends against BJP’s Surinderjeet Singh Ahluwalia.
- Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh: SP president Akhilesh Yadav challenges BJP’s Subrat Pathak.
- Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh: AP Congress chief YS Sharmila contests against sitting MP Avinash Reddy.
- Khunti, Jharkhand: BJP’s Arjun Munda competes against Congress’ Kali Charan Munda.
These constituencies hold significant sway over the political landscape as voters participate in Phase 4 of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
