Who Are the BJP Candidates for Nagrota and Budgam Bypolls?
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Synopsis
In a significant announcement for Jammu and Kashmir's political landscape, the BJP has revealed its candidates for the crucial Nagrota and Budgam bypolls. With a legacy of strong leadership, the party aims to maintain its foothold in these vital constituencies amidst evolving political dynamics. Learn more about the candidates and their backgrounds in this detailed coverage.
Key Takeaways
- Devyani Rana will contest for BJP in Nagrota.
- Aga Syed Mohsin will represent BJP in Budgam.
- Polling is scheduled for November 11.
- Counting of votes will occur on November 14.
- Political dynamics in J&K are shifting as parties prepare for the elections.
Srinagar, Oct 15 (NationPress) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) officially revealed its candidates for the upcoming bypolls in the Legislative Assembly seats of Nagrota and Budgam within Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday.
According to a party spokesperson, Devyani Rana has been selected as the candidate for the Nagrota seat in the Jammu division, while Aga Syed Mohsin will represent the party in the Budgam seat in Kashmir.
The Nagrota seat became available following the unfortunate passing of the incumbent BJP MLA, Devender Singh Rana, on October 31, 2024. He had secured victory in the 2024 Assembly elections representing BJP from Nagrota.
Devyani Rana is the daughter of the late Devender Singh Rana.
The Budgam seat was vacated when Omar Abdullah, Vice President of the National Conference (NC), triumphed in the Assembly elections from both Budgam and Ganderbal in 2024. He subsequently resigned from Budgam, opting to retain the Ganderbal seat in the 90-member J&K Assembly.
As of now, aside from BJP, no other political parties have declared their candidates for these two Assembly positions.
The chief spokesperson of the Apni Party, led by Syed Altaf Bukhari, Mohiuddin Muntazir, has announced his resignation from the party to contest the elections as an Independent candidate from the Budgam constituency.
The election is scheduled for November 11, with the counting of votes set for November 14.
During the 2024 Assembly elections, the NC secured 42 seats, BJP 29, Congress 6, PDP 3, Aam Aadmi Party 1, CPI(M) 1, Awami Ittehad Party 1, Peoples Conference 1, and 6 Independents were also elected.
Six independents joined the NC later, while the Congress opted to support the government led by Omar Abdullah from the outside without direct involvement.
The Election Commission has also scheduled elections for four Rajya Sabha seats from J&K. These elections are a significant event as it's been over four years since J&K had a Legislative Assembly, following its suspension in February 2021.
The NC has nominated four candidates for these seats, while BJP is putting forward candidates for three.
Point of View
The upcoming bypolls in Jammu and Kashmir are pivotal for the BJP as they aim to solidify their presence in a region marked by political volatility. The selection of candidates like Devyani Rana indicates a strategy to leverage personal legacy and local connections. With other parties yet to finalize their candidates, the BJP appears to be taking an early lead in the electoral race. It is essential for the election process to be fair and inclusive, reflecting the aspirations of the local populace.
NationPress
15/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates for the Nagrota and Budgam bypolls?
The polling for the Nagrota and Budgam bypolls will take place on November 11, with the counting of votes scheduled for November 14.
Who is the BJP candidate for the Nagrota seat?
Devyani Rana has been announced as the BJP candidate for the Nagrota seat.
Why did the Budgam seat become vacant?
The Budgam seat became vacant after Omar Abdullah of the National Conference resigned from it, having won from two constituencies in the 2024 elections.
Which political party has yet to announce candidates for these seats?
Aside from the BJP, other political parties have not yet announced their candidates for the Nagrota and Budgam Assembly seats.
What is the significance of these bypolls?
These bypolls are crucial as they represent a chance for parties to strengthen their political foothold in Jammu and Kashmir, a region with a dynamic political landscape.
