Highlights
- Varun Gandhi dropped by BJP from Pilibhit, Jitin Prasada fielded instead
- Bharatiya Janata Party releases fifth list of candidates for Lok Sabha Elections 2024
- Key candidates declared from various states across India
- Entertainment stars like Kangana Ranaut and Arun Govil featured in BJP’s fifth list
Varun Gandhi Dropped
Rahul Gandhi’s cousin, Varun Gandhi, has been a political figure in Uttar Pradesh’s Pilibhit constituency since 1999. However, he has been dropped by the BJP, and Jitin Prasada has been nominated in his place.
Ex-Army Chief General VK Singh Dropped
The BJP has chosen Atul Garg over former army chief General VK Singh for the Ghaziabad Lok Sabha constituency. Garg, a two-time MLA from Ghaziabad Sadar, will now represent the party.
Ashwini Choubey Dropped
In a surprising move, Union Minister Ashwini Choubey has been dropped from Bihar’s Buxar constituency, marking a significant change in the ongoing political landscape.
Anantkumar Hegde Snubbed
Former Union Minister Anantkumar Hegde, known for controversial remarks, has been replaced by former Assembly Speaker Vishweshwara Hegde Kageri as the BJP candidate for Uttara Kannada.
BJP’s Strategy
The BJP’s candidate selection reflects a focus on winnability, leveraging its organizational strength and capitalizing on the disarray within the opposition.
India Election 2024
The BJP, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims for a third consecutive term in the upcoming general elections. The Congress party, along with 28 other allies forming the Indian National Democratic Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), seeks to challenge PM Modi’s leadership.
