GORAKHPUR ELECTION
BJP winning since 2014, SIR came just now: Ravi Kishan slams oppn's 'vote theft' pitch
BJP MP Ravi Kishan questioned the opposition's allegations of electoral roll irregularities during a recent event in Gorakhpur. He claimed the BJP has consistently won elections since 2014, attributing their success to government policies. Kishan accused the opposition of engaging in divisive politics that threatens national stability. He highlighted the development achievements under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, specifically regarding law and order improvements.
Congress, allies creating anarchy: Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has accused Congress and its allies of fostering anarchy and threatening democracy. He criticized the opposition for blaming electronic voting machines when they lose elections, despite celebrating their wins. Adityanath also addressed the importance of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls while condemning foreign infiltrators' inclusion. Additionally, he called for an apology from Congress regarding its historical actions during the Emergency.
What BJP is doing to blunt Opposition's 'vote chori' charge
SIR news: BJP has initiated a nationwide campaign called 'Loktantra Bachao, Arajakta Hatao' to counter opposition protests. Senior leaders will conduct padyatras in various states and challenge the opposition's claims. The campaign addresses the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, which is currently under scrutiny. BJP intends to engage with the public through targeted programs, social media, and public meetings.
MLC results shape of things to come in 2027: Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav highlighted the Samajwadi Party's recent successes in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections. He believes these results reflect the BJP's diminishing political strength in the state. Yadav pointed out that BJP lost significant ground in Varanasi, emphasizing that the party is vulnerable as elections approach. He also accused Yogi Adityanath of sacrificing Varanasi for Gorakhpur's gain.
Adityanath saved Gorakhpur seat at cost of Varanasi in UP MLC polls: Akhilesh Yadav
Akhilesh Yadav criticized Yogi Adityanath for securing a win in Gorakhpur at the expense of Varanasi. He alleged that the BJP's victories resulted from manipulation, leading to losses in several regions. Yadav congratulated SP candidates for their successful campaigns, highlighting their commitment to democracy and social justice. He invoked historical figures to emphasize the importance of people's voice in governance.
Uttar Pradesh MLC polls: BJP wins 6 seats, Samajwadi Party bags 5 as final results out
The BJP won six of the eleven seats in the Uttar Pradesh legislative council elections while the Samajwadi Party won five. Notably, the SP claimed victories in key constituencies including Varanasi and Lucknow. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav interpreted the results as a setback for the BJP ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. The elections were held on October 23, with counting commencing shortly after.
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UP MLC results: SP scores wins in 5 seats including Varanasi, Agra
Samajwadi Party achieved victories in five of the 11 seats contested in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council elections. The party secured wins in significant areas like Varanasi and Allahabad-Jhansi. Bharatiya Janata Party managed to retain six seats, including Bareilly-Moradabad and Lucknow Teachers' constituency. Political leaders from both sides accused each other of electoral malpractice during the elections.
UP MLC polls: BJP wins 6 seats; SP bags 3, leads in Varanasi, claims Lucknow
The BJP achieved victory in six out of eleven Legislative Council seats in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday. The Samajwadi Party secured three seats, with results still pending for the Lucknow graduates' constituency. BJP's candidates won in various categories, including teachers' and graduates' constituencies, with allegations of voter manipulation emerging. Disputes arose during counting, leading to questions regarding the election procedures and results delays.
MLC polls in 4 states: NDA victorious in 16, Congress draws blank; Samajwadi Party bags 5 seats in Uttar Pradesh including 2 in Varanasi
Results were declared in all but one seat - Nagpur Graduates' constituency in Maharashtra which is heading for a nail-biting finish involving BJP candidate Sudhakar Kohale and Congress' sitting MLC Abhijeet Wanjari.
BJP wins four, SP two in UP MLC polls; counting continues in five seats
Polling for 11 Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council seats resulted in the BJP winning four seats. The Samajwadi Party secured two seats amidst allegations of assault on an SP candidate in Agra. Counting was fraught with disputes, particularly in the Gorakhpur-Faizabad Teachers' constituency. The elections reflect a significant competition between the BJP and the SP ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls.
UP MLC polls: SP leaders accuse officials of favouring BJP candidate as SP candidate boycotts counting
Sanjayan Tripathi and Rajeev Yadav boycotted the vote-counting process in Gorakhpur, alleging irregularities during the elections. Tripathi stated that the counting shifted after three rounds when Yadav was leading, indicating possible pre-determined outcomes. Danish Akhtar raised concerns about electoral roll irregularities in the Bareilly-Moradabad constituency, questioning the Election Commission's role.
NDA wins 3 Karnataka MLC seats, leads on 4th; Jan Suraaj ahead on 1 in Bihar
Karnataka gives the NDA three cheers and a fourth seat in sight, while Jan Suraaj is knocking on the door of its first MLC win in Bihar. With counting underway across four states, the trends offer political parties an early pulse check ahead of bigger electoral battles.
MLC polls: Counting begins in four states, BJP-led alliances face rebel challenges
Counting of votes began for 28 Legislative Council seats across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. The results will reveal the organisational strength of political parties and their alliances. In Uttar Pradesh, the BJP and Samajwadi Party face off in 11 seats, while in Bihar, overlapping candidates create a competitive landscape. Karnataka’s results will determine the performance of the Congress against the BJP-JD(S) alliance.
UP CEO probes bizarre voter list names, says action will be taken over forged slips
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer has acknowledged unusual names appearing in the state's voter list. Issues arose during the recent MLC elections, prompting scrutiny over the reasons behind these bizarre entries. Allegations of caste discrimination emerged, particularly from Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh. In response, the CEO clarified that the names do not reflect any caste bias.
Smaller parties too step up outreach ahead of UP polls
Leading political parties in Uttar Pradesh are preparing for the upcoming assembly elections as smaller parties join the campaign. Nishad Party leader Sanjay Nishad is demanding BJP fulfill its promise of reservation for his community. Azad Samaj Party leader Chandra Shekhar Azad is organizing a large rally in Lucknow to assert his party's position.
Akhilesh Yadav alleges booth-capturing by BJP during UP MLC polls in Fatehpur; slams EC
Akhilesh Yadav claimed that BJP workers tried to capture a polling booth in Fatehpur during the elections. He criticized the Election Commission for inaction and called for FIRs against involved officials. Polling for Uttar Pradesh Legislative Council seats began in the morning and runs until 4 pm. Voter turnout was low, with varying percentages across different constituencies. The elections hold significance ahead of the upcoming Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls.
Akhilesh Yadav hits back at Adityanath's Ayodhya dare, says Pawan Pandey enough to defeat BJP
Akhilesh Yadav contested Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's dare to contest from the Ayodhya assembly constituency. He expressed confidence in his party's candidate, Pawan Pandey, to challenge the BJP. Yadav highlighted the perceived insecurity of Adityanath regarding his election ticket. The exchange signifies increasing tensions as the upcoming assembly elections approach in Uttar Pradesh. Both leaders focus on their commitments to Ayodhya and its development amidst political rivalry.
BJP declares candidates for 10 UP, Bihar MLC seats
The BJP has announced four candidates for Bihar and six for Uttar Pradesh for the upcoming Legislative Council elections in the teachers and graduates constituencies. The party has retained some sitting MLCs and fielded former lawmakers and independents, including Sarvesh Kumar in Bihar and Dhruv Tripathi in Uttar Pradesh, as it finalised its candidates for the polls.
BJP's Vinod Tawde, Radha Agarwal discuss UP poll preparations
BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde met Rajya Sabha member Radha Mohan Das Agarwal in Gorakhpur. They discussed the state's political situation and organizational strengths and weaknesses. Ticket distribution and upcoming election preparations were also key topics of their conversation. Agarwal noted Tawde visited his home after he was omitted from a special invitee list. Tawde also engaged in other party activities and organizational meetings during his visit.
Farmer noticed one unusual rice plant, selected its seeds for years and developed a paddy variety yielding 8,000 kg per hectare
Farmer Indrasan Singh of Inderpuri from Uttarakhand developed a paddy variety after noticing one plant that differed from the rest in a crop grown from Ratna seeds. He saved and replanted its seeds over several years before testing the resulting variety on his farm. Named “Indrasan”, the variety was later spread among farmers and received institutional support for further development.
Mafias who ran parallel govt in UP reduced to dust by BJP: Yogi Adityanath
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath targeted previous governments for alleged corruption and misrule. He stated that Uttar Pradesh has transformed significantly since 2017. Mafias have been curbed, and the state now boasts good development and security. Previous governments neglected essential services and public welfare programs.
BJP’s ‘Special-45’ tasked with cracking youth vote ahead of polls
The BJP is actively engaging young voters for upcoming state elections. A meeting of forty-five leaders discussed new strategies for youth connection. Union ministers and MPs attended this brainstorming session. Prime Minister Modi urged leaders to think out of the box. This initiative aims to connect with the current generation of voters.
Gorakhpur Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Ravi Kishan vs Kajal Nishad, who's winning?
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Ravi Kishan emerged victorious in Gorakhpur with a substantial vote margin. The constituency, with a total of 20,97,202 voters, is witnessing a competitive race in the upcoming 2024 polls.
Gorakhpur Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 7: Constituency to vote on June 1; Check key candidates and other details
Gorakhpur, an important constituency, sees tough competition between BJP and Samajwadi Party. Key figures include Yogi Adityanath, ECI, and Ravi Kishan Shukla. Lok Sabha polls 2024 will feature Narendra Modi and Rajnath Singh as candidates from Uttar Pradesh.
Yogi Adityanath second UP CM to contest from Gorakhpur district
Singh had contested from Maniram assembly seat of the Gorakhpur district while being a Chief Minister. There was a mixed reaction from political parties after Yogi Adityanath was made the BJP candidate from Gorakhpur Sadar seat on Saturday.
UP polls: BJP appoints Adityanath as 'panna pramukh' of booth in Gorakhpur Urban constituency
The party is focusing on strengthening booths for the 2022 assembly polls and has given responsibility as 'panna pramukhs' to party post holders from the booth level to the national level.
Massive irregularities in vote-counting in Gorakhpur: SP to EC
According to an official, at the end of the 14th round of counting, Praveen Nishad of the SP was leading by 19,201 votes in Gorakhpur over his nearest BJP rival.
BJP will repeat 2014 LS record: UP deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya on bypolls
Termed as a "rehearsal" for the 2019 Lok Sabha election, the bye-elections are witnessing a triangular contest between the ruling BJP, Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Congress.
Voting for Phulpur, Gorakhpur bypoll tomorrow
Tight security arrangements have been made with nearly 6,500 personnel of central armed para-military forces deployed, apart from PAC and homeguards to ensure peaceful polling in Gorakhpur and Phulpur seats.
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