In a strategic move, BJP shakes up its candidate lineup for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, opting for Sanjay Tandon in Chandigarh and Ahluwalia in Asansol. This decision brings new faces to the forefront, signaling a shift in battleground constituency tactics.
BJP Replaces Kirron Kher with Sanjay Tandon for Chandigarh Lok Sabha Seat
In a surprising turn of events, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has decided to replace Kirron Kher with Sanjay Tandon as its candidate for the Chandigarh Lok Sabha seat. Tandon, the son of former BJP leader Balramji Das Tandon, has been chosen over local candidates for this crucial position.
Tandon, who is the longest-serving BJP Chandigarh president, now faces the challenge of navigating internal factionalism within the party. While Kirron Kher, who emerged victorious in the 2014 and 2019 elections, enjoys popularity, she is considered an outsider in the local political landscape.
It’s worth noting that Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate Gul Panag, who also contested in the 2014 and 2019 elections in Chandigarh, adds a layer of competition to the mix.
Voters in the Chandigarh Lok Sabha constituency are gearing up for the polling day scheduled on June 1, with results expected to be announced on June 4. This electoral battle is set to be an intense one, given the interesting dynamics at play.
In other election-related news, BJP has recently unveiled its 10th list of candidates for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, featuring eight new names. Notable mentions include Neeraj Shekhar and Parasnath Rai, who have secured tickets from Ballia and Ghazipur in Uttar Pradesh respectively.
Furthermore, former Union minister SS Ahluwalia has been nominated as the BJP candidate from Asansol in West Bengal, taking over from Pawan Singh. Singh’s decision to step back from the race followed allegations of disrespectful behavior towards Bengali women in his professional capacity.
These strategic changes in candidate selection for battleground constituencies like Asansol and Chandigarh shed light on the BJP’s tactical approach as the electoral fervor continues to build up across the country. Stay tuned for more updates on the evolving political landscape as the election season unfolds.
