In a strategic move ahead of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party has declared its contenders for 10 crucial seats, marking a significant development in the political landscape. Among the notable nominations, former Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) president Kanhaiya Kumar has been fielded to contest from the North East Delhi constituency, pitting him against the BJP heavyweight Manoj Tiwari.
The announcement, made on Sunday, also revealed other key candidates across various regions. JP Agarwal and Udit Raj are set to vie for the Chandni Chowk and North West Delhi seats respectively, further solidifying Congress’s presence in the capital.
In Punjab, the party has put forth a formidable lineup with Gurjeet Singh Aujla, Charanjit Singh Channi, Amar Singh, Jeet Mohinder Singh Sidhu, Sukhpal Singh Khaira, and Dharamvir Gandhi seeking election from different constituencies.
Noteworthy is the candidature of Ujjwal Rewati Raman Singh in Uttar Pradesh’s Allahabad Lok Sabha seat, indicating Congress’s intent to make significant inroads in the politically charged state.
Furthermore, the party’s decision to nominate Vikramaditya Singh in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi Lok Sabha seat, directly challenging BJP’s Kangana Ranaut, underscores its determination to counter the opposition across regions.
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In Chandigarh, Congress MP Manish Tewari is set to defend his seat, adding to the party’s stronghold in the Union Territory.
The recent candidate announcements come on the heels of Congress’s comprehensive manifesto release for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections in Delhi earlier this month. The manifesto outlines an ambitious agenda, encompassing a wide array of promises aimed at addressing key concerns and aspirations of the populace.
Some of the highlights of the manifesto include:
- Legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) for farmers
- 50 per cent reservation for women in government jobs
- Repealing the Agnipath scheme
- Doubling GDP in the next ten years
- Strengthening anti-defection laws
- Restoring status quo ante with China
- Providing mobile phones to students from class IX to XII
- Amending the GST regime
With the Lok Sabha polls scheduled to commence from April 19, 2024, and extend until June 1, 2024, Congress’s candidate selection and manifesto release set the stage for a spirited electoral contest. The elections, spread over seven phases, will culminate in the declaration of results on June 4, determining the composition of the 18th Lok Sabha.
As the political landscape heats up with campaigning gaining momentum, all eyes are on the candidates as they gear up to vie for the people’s mandate in what promises to be a fiercely contested electoral battle.
| Constituency | Congress Candidate | Opponent (Party) |
|---|---|---|
| North East Delhi | Kanhaiya Kumar | Manoj Tiwari (BJP) |
| Chandni Chowk | JP Agarwal | TBD |
| North West Delhi | Udit Raj | TBD |
| Amritsar | Gurjeet Singh Aujla | TBD |
| Jalandhar | Charanjit Singh Channi | TBD |
| Fathgarh Sahib | Amar Singh | TBD |
| Bhatinda | Jeet Mohinder Singh Sidhu | TBD |
| Sangrur | Sukhpal Singh Khaira | TBD |
| Patiala | Dharamvir Gandhi | TBD |
| Allahabad | Ujjwal Rewati Raman Singh | TBD |
| Mandi (Himachal Pradesh) | Vikramaditya Singh | Kangana Ranaut (BJP) |
| Chandigarh | Manish Tewari | TBD |
Note: TBD stands for “To Be Declared”, indicating that the opponent from other parties has not been announced yet.
Summary
Congress unveils candidates for 10 Lok Sabha seats, nominating Kanhaiya Kumar against BJP’s Manoj Tiwari in North East Delhi. Other key contenders include JP Agarwal in Chandni Chowk and Udit Raj in North West Delhi. Punjab sees a formidable lineup, with candidates like Gurjeet Singh Aujla and Charanjit Singh Channi. Notable nominations extend to Uttar Pradesh’s Allahabad seat with Ujjwal Rewati Raman Singh. In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi, Congress puts forward Vikramaditya Singh against BJP’s Kangana Ranaut. Manish Tewari is set to defend Chandigarh. Congress’s manifesto promises MSP guarantee, women’s reservation, and GDP doubling. Lok Sabha polls run from April 19 to June 1, 2024.