The Lok Sabha elections, slated in 7 phases from April 19 to June 1, have drawn consideration to a number of key debutants vying for political prominence, additionally making it a star-studded affair with the inclusion of a number of celebrities. With outcomes to be introduced on June 4, the political panorama is ready for thrilling contests. The upcoming Common elections characteristic notable debutants together with Rajeev Chandrasekhar in Kerala, Bansuri Swaraj in New Delhi, Kangana Ranaut in Himachal Pradesh, Abhijit Gangopadhyay in West Bengal, Arun Govil in Uttar Pradesh, and Yusuf Pathan in West Bengal.
Outstanding Debutants In Lok Sabha Election 2024
Rajeev Chandrasekhar: One notable contest unfolds in Kerala, the place Minister of State for Info Expertise and Ability Growth, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, faces seasoned Congress chief Shashi Tharoor. Chandrasekhar, a multifaceted persona with a background in know-how and entrepreneurship, embarks on his maiden Lok Sabha electoral journey. He has additionally served as a Member of Parliament within the higher home (Rajya Sabha) from Bharatiya Janata Celebration (BJP) representing Karnataka.
Bansuri Swaraj: Bansuri Swaraj, daughter of the late Union Minister Sushma Swaraj, steps into the electoral fray because the BJP candidate from the New Delhi Lok Sabha constituency. The youngest BJP candidate in Delhi just lately informed PTI, “My ‘Sangh Ayu’ (affiliation) is 24 years. I began my political life as an ABVP employee”. She talked about that she served the celebration and organisation as a lawyer for the final 10 years. “I obtained the primary duty within the celebration as co-convener of the authorized cell of Delhi BJP, 4 years after the passing away of my mom,” she added.
Kangana Ranaut Vs Vikramaditya Singh: The inclusion of Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut because the BJP candidate from the Mandi Lok Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh provides a touch of pleasure to the political enviornment. Famend for her portrayals of sturdy feminine characters, Ranaut’s acclaimed works embody movies like ‘Queen’ and ‘Trend’. In 2020, Kangana Ranaut was awarded the Padma Shri, the nation’s fourth-highest civilian award. She is to faceoff with Congress MLA and Himachal minister Vikramaditya Singh who’s the son of incumbent Mandi MP Pratibha Singh and former chief minister late Virbhadra Singh.
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Abhijit Gangopadhyay: Former Calcutta Excessive Courtroom decide Abhijit Gangopadhyay transitions from the judiciary to politics, securing a BJP ticket for the Tamluk seat in West Bengal. He stepped down as Excessive Courtroom decide to hitch the BJP this 12 months. Final 12 months, he sparked controversy along with his remarks on TMC basic secretary Abhishek Banerjee’s alleged involvement within the ‘faculty jobs for money rip-off’ throughout an interview, which drew flak from the Supreme Courtroom, which directed that sitting judges ought to chorus from giving media interviews.
Arun Govil: Additional diversifying the candidate pool, Ramayan TV serial actor Arun Govil threw his hat into the political ring, contesting from his birthplace — Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut. He’s greatest recognized for portraying Lord Rama within the Ramayan TV collection and King Vikramaditya in his tv collection ‘Vikram Aur Betaal’.
Yusuf Pathan: Former Crew India cricketer Yusuf Pathan embarks on a political journey underneath the Trinamool Congress banner, contesting the Baharampur seat in West Bengal in opposition to five-time Congress MP Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury. Pathan in his cricketing profession was a right-handed attacking batsman and right-arm spinner who in his debut within the 2007 T20 World Cup closing in opposition to Pakistan grew to become part of the title win.
‘Rajmata’ Amrita Roy: The BJP’s nomination of ‘Rajmata’ Amrita Roy from the Krishnanagar seat in West Bengal signifies a strategic transfer, leveraging regional affiliations and historic legacies to bolster its electoral prospects in a seat beforehand represented by TMC’s Mahua Moitra earlier than her expulsion from Lok Sabha. Amrita Roy is from the royal household of Krishnanagar and holds the title of ‘Rajmata of the Rajbari’ which suggests she is the Queen Mom of the seat’s royal palace. Her candidature straight hyperlinks Maharaja Krishna Chandra Roy’s title with politics whereas his legacy continues to be celebrated and honoured within the japanese state.
The names on this article are in keeping with Lok Sabha candidate lists launched thus far, extra names can be added as extra names are introduced.
Within the 2019 parliamentary elections, the BJP clinched 303 seats, aiming for a 3rd consecutive time period, whereas the Congress secured 52 seats. Amidst this backdrop, the Opposition, significantly the bloc represented by I.N.D.IA, is gearing as much as halt the BJP’s momentum.