ODISHA CONGRESS CANDIDATES
Sofia Firdous: Odisha's first Muslim woman MLA, an IIM graduate, scripts history
Sofia Firdous has made history as the first Muslim woman elected as an MLA in Odisha, winning the Barabati-Cuttack seat. Defeating BJP's Dr. Purna Chandra Mahapatra by 8,001 votes, Sofia's victory marks a significant milestone in the state's political landscape.
VK Pandian quits politics after BJD's Odisha assembly elections debacle
VK Pandian, a close aide of former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik, resigned from politics following the BJD's loss to the BJP in state elections. Pandian expressed regret if he contributed to the defeat. Naveen Patnaik defended Pandian's integrity and clarified that he was never intended as his successor
Naveen Patnaik seeks to boost morale of BJD leaders, assures them of leading from front
In a bid to uplift the spirits of the defeated party leaders, BJD president Naveen Patnaik reassured them of his unwavering leadership during a meeting held at his residence, Naveen Niwas, in Bhubaneswar. Despite losing power in Odisha after 24 years and failing to secure a majority in the state assembly as well as any Lok Sabha seats, Patnaik expressed his commitment to guiding the party forward.
Reservation scrapping threat, candidate selection among factors for BJP losses
The BJP has been in a difficult position in the 18th Lok Sabha, failing to cross the halfway mark of 272 votes. The party's dismal performance is attributed to several factors, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi's popularity, mistakes in candidate selection across states, and the growing perception among Dalits that the BJP will re-write the constitution if it achieves a "400 par" target. Apathy among the BJP's ranks and the induction of leaders from other parties at the rate of almost one per day in the last few weeks further fueled their anger.
Congress has accepted verdict of people in Odisha Assembly election: Ajoy Kumar
Senior Congress leader Ajoy Kumar has accepted the verdict of the people of Odisha in the recent assembly election, winning 14 seats. He warned the people that they will lose their 'jal' (water), 'jungle' (forest) and 'pani' (water) as the BJP forms government in the state. Kumar assured the people of Odisha that the Congress will fight inside and outside the assembly for five years to protect the people and their resources.
Party presidents suffer defeat in Odisha assembly polls
Naveen Patnaik, Manmohan Samal, BJD, and Congress faced defeats in the Odisha assembly elections, with significant losses in key constituencies like Kantabanji and Nuapada.
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Odisha Assembly Election 2024 Winners List: Naveen Patnaik on the way out as BJP crosses majority mark
Odisha Assembly Election 2024 Winners List: Patnaik’s BJD has been a dominant player of state politics for over two decades, with the incumbent government presenting poverty alleviation and disaster management among its major achievements. Fondly called as Naveen Babu, Patnaik is the second longest serving CM in India, with his party going from strength to strength since 1997.
Odisha Lok Sabha Election Result Winner List 2024: BJP or BJD, who is winning? Check list here
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is leading 19 out of 21 Lok Sabha seats in Odisha, with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress each leading one seat. The state's dynamic political landscape makes it crucial for the 2024 elections. Exit polls suggest the BJP could win 18-20 seats, while the ruling BJD might secure 0-2 seats. The BJP is expected to receive 51% of the votes, followed by the BJD with 33% and the Congress with 13%.
Lotus blooms in Odisha. Who could be first BJP chief minister of the state?
The BJP is leading in 79 assembly seats in Odisha, challenging the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in the state elections. The anti-incumbency factor against BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik is a key element in the BJP's strong performance. Jual Oram, Baijayant Panda, Sambit Patra and Dharmendra Pradhan are seen as potential chief ministerial candidates of Odisha if BJP storms to power in state elections,
Sambalpur Lok Sabha Result: BJP's Dharmendra Pradhan leads by 1 lakh votes
Union Minister and BJP candidate Dharmendra Pradhan leads by 1,03,425 votes in the Sambalpur Lok Sabha seat in Odisha with 4,53,716 votes. He is against Biju Janata Dal's Pranab Prakash Das who is at 3,50,291 votes, followed by Congress candidate Nagendra Kumar Pradhan with 66,793 votes. Pradhan serves as the Minister of Education, and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. He has previously held key positions in the Ministry of Steel and Petroleum & Natural Gas, with a political career spanning Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Puri Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Sambit Patra vs Arup Patnaik, who's winning?
Puri Lok Sabha seat witnesses triangular contest between BJD's Pinaki Misra, BJP's Sambit Patra, and BJD's Arup Patnaik in Odisha.
People will go "vocal for local" while voting in Varanasi: Congress candidate Ajay Rai
Congress candidate Ajai Rai expressed confidence in winning Varanasi against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing his local roots. Rai highlighted the importance of local representation and criticized PM Modi's connection to the area. PM Modi seeks a third term from Varanasi, facing opposition from Rai and BSP's Athar Jamal Lari.
ET Graphic: Final phase of polls concludes with 57 constituencies voting
More than 900 candidates are in the fray, including 95 women. With this phase, voting will be completed in 542 out of 543 seats.
BJP has insulted people of Odisha, Lord Jagannath: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi accused BJP of insulting Odisha by claiming Lord Jagannath is a devotee of PM Modi. He vowed to protect India's Constitution and democracy, emphasizing the unbreakable nature of the Constitution.
412 'crorepati' candidates contesting Odisha Assembly polls
The average assets per candidate contesting in the Odisha Assembly elections 2024 is Rs 2.89 crore. In 2019, the average assets per MLA candidate were Rs 1.69 crore.
Puri Lok Sabha elections 2024: Dates, schedule, result, partywise, candidates, and other details
Puri Lok Sabha Elections 2024: In Odisha's vibrant political landscape, Puri Lok Sabha constituency holds significance as one of its 21 parliamentary seats. Scheduled for May 25, with results on June 04, the 2024 elections mark a pivotal moment. With a literacy rate of 74.99%, this unreserved constituency encompasses seven assembly seats. In 2019, BJD's Pinaki Misra won by 11,714 votes, facing BJP's Sambit Patra. The electoral fervor intensifies as parties vie for dominance.
Patra's remark on 'Jagannath': Congress asks PM Modi to apologise
Addressing a press conference on the issue at the AICC headquarters here, Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said, "It won't be accepted the way they (BJP) are disrespecting the Hindu gods." Patra on Monday had said that Odisha's most revered deity "Lord Jagannath is a devotee of Prime Minister Narendra Modi". He, however, later clarified that it was a slip of tongue and he wanted to mean that the prime minister was an ardent 'bhakt' (devotee) of Lord Jagannath.
Odisha: 13 'crorepatis' in fray for five Lok Sabha seats in fifth phase
13 Lok Sabha candidates in Odisha with significant assets, including Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo at Rs 67.30 crore. Bolangir nominees are Dilip Tirkey and Jual Oram. Varying assets seen among major party candidates.
BJP's Odisha face & BJD's No. 2 face off in Sambalpur
Sambalpur, a significant Lok Sabha constituency in Odisha, is gearing up for a competitive showdown between BJP's Dharmendra Pradhan and Biju Janata Dal's Pranab Prakash Das. The campaign dynamics involve key figures like Amit Shah, VK Pandian, and local voter Subikash Badhei.
Odisha Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 5: Bargarh, Sundargarh, Bolangir, Kandhamal, Aska seats on May 20. Key candidates and other details
The Lok Sabha Elections 2024 in Odisha are scheduled in 4 phases, beginning on May 13 and concluding on June 1, with vote counting slated for June 4. Odisha, once a Congress stronghold, has experienced a notable political transformation, with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) under Naveen Patnaik's leadership dominating the political landscape in recent years.
Odisha Assembly elections: 126 'crorepati' candidates in third phase polls
In the upcoming third phase of Assembly elections in Odisha, 126 out of 381 candidates are 'crorepatis', with Sanatan Mahakud from BJD being the richest at Rs 227.67 crore. The ADR and Odisha Election Watch analyzed the affidavits of these candidates, noting that money plays a significant role in elections as all major parties field wealthy candidates. Despite this, some candidates have very low assets, such as Kailash Chandra Nayak with Rs 1,000, Sukanta Ghadai with Rs 2,000, and Gopinath Nayak with Rs 2,000. Additionally, 100 candidates have declared criminal cases against them, with 86 facing serious charges.
Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik faces migration issues both in Hinjili, Kantabanji seats
Hinjili and Kantabanji assembly constituencies in Odisha, about 350 km apart, face migration as a major issue. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik is the BJD candidate in both places. Despite some infrastructure development, lack of job opportunities drive migration. Political parties bring back migrant workers to vote in elections, offering incentives.
With Rs 313.53 cr assets, BJP's Dilip Ray richest candidate in phase 2 Odisha assembly polls
BJP candidate and former union minister Dilip Ray, who declared possessing assets valued at Rs 313.53 crore, has emerged as the richest MLA in the fray for the second phase of assembly elections in Odisha. According to a report by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) and Odisha Election Watch, 95 of the total 265 candidates in 35 assembly segments going to pools on May 20 are crorepatis.
65 candidates in first phase assembly polls have criminal cases
65 candidates in Odisha assembly elections' first phase have criminal cases. Major parties like BJP, Congress, BJD, and AAP have candidates facing charges. 70 candidates are crorepatis, with diverse educational qualifications and age demographics.
Odisha: Congress replaces candidates in five assembly segments
Congress changes 5 candidates in Odisha Assembly elections, including Akshaya Acharya from Nilgiri. AICC approved revised candidate list. Elections in 4 phases starting May 13, results on June 4.
Puri Lok Sabha Elections: Denied party funding, Congress candidate Sucharita Mohanty returns ticket
Congress candidate Sucharita Mohanty has withdrawn from the Puri Lok Sabha elections, citing a lack of funding from the party. Mohanty, daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty, expressed disappointment in a mail to AICC general secretary K C Venugopal, stating that despite her efforts, including a public donation drive, she couldn't gather enough support. AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar had reportedly asked her to fund her campaign herself, which she found challenging. Mohanty returned the party ticket, emphasizing the impossibility of a successful campaign in Puri without adequate funding.
PM Modi to campaign in Odisha on May 6
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a campaign trail for BJP candidates in Odisha's Berhampur and Nabarangpur Lok Sabha constituencies on May 6, as announced by a prominent leader of the party on Wednesday. Modi's inaugural public address is scheduled for 10 am in Berhampur, followed by another rally in Nabarangpur around 12:30 pm on Monday. Odisha BJP vice-president Golak Mohapatra revealed these details during a press conference held in the region.
Congress releases list of 2 candidates for Lok Sabha polls, 8 for assembly elections in Odisha
Assembly Elections 2024: Congress reveals candidates for Lok Sabha and assembly elections in Odisha, including various constituencies. Elections to be held in four phases starting May 13, with results on June 4. In 2019, BJD won 12 seats, BJP 8, and Congress 1.
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