Milkipur By-Elections: BJP's Chandrabhan Paswan Takes on SP's Ajit Prasad
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Synopsis
The BJP has officially introduced its candidate for the Milkipur by-elections, setting the stage for a high-stakes confrontation against SP MP Awadesh Prasad's son, Ajit Prasad, amidst significant political implications.
Key Takeaways
- Chandrabhan Paswan is BJP's candidate for Milkipur.
- A direct contest with Ajit Prasad of the SP.
- The seat became vacant after Awadhesh Prasad's resignation.
- Polling date set for February 5, results on February 8.
- Significant political implications for both parties.
New Delhi, Jan 14 (NationPress) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday announced its candidate for the Milkipur by-Assembly elections, who will face off against Ajit Prasad, the son of Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Awadesh Prasad, in this crucial electoral contest within the state.
The BJP has selected Chandrabhan Paswan as its candidate for the Milkipur bypolls. A practicing lawyer, he was a leading contender for the BJP’s nomination from the constituency. His selection for this seat resolves various speculations and sets the stage for an intense confrontation with the SP candidate.
The Milkipur elections are regarded as another significant confrontation between the ruling BJP and the opposition SP, especially following the by-elections in nine Assembly seats in November 2024, which witnessed a fierce electoral battle between the two parties.
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) has already announced its decision to abstain from the competition, and with the Congress not posing a threat, the contest is poised to be a direct showdown between Yogi Adityanath's BJP and Akhilesh Yadav's SP. The SP is keen to retaliate for their previous bypoll defeat, while the BJP aims to leverage this opportunity to strengthen its foothold.
Importantly, the Milkipur Assembly seat became vacant following the resignation of Awadhesh Prasad, who was elected as a Lok Sabha MP in the 2024 elections. Following his victory in the parliamentary elections, Prasad stepped down from the Milkipur Assembly, prompting the need for a by-election.
The Milkipur bypolls carry additional significance as SP's Awadesh Prasad triumphed over BJP's Lallu Singh in the Ayodhya (Faizabad) Lok Sabha seat during the 2024 elections.
This electoral loss raised concerns within BJP circles, especially since the elections occurred shortly after the inauguration of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya. There was a prevailing belief that the BJP would achieve a sweeping victory in the land associated with Lord Ram.
Voting is scheduled for February 5, with the results to be revealed on February 8, coinciding with the announcement of the Delhi Assembly election outcomes.
In the coming days, the Assembly seat in Ayodhya will witness intense campaigning from both BJP and SP leaders as both parties strive to outmaneuver each other and resolve the 'Ayodhya battle'.
