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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: In Phase 4 of Voting Today, the Congress Gained 6 Seats, While the BJP and its Allies Won 47 of the 96 Seats in 2019.

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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Of the 96 seats voting in phase 4 today, the BJP had won 42 in 2019. The YSRCP had won 22 seats, and the BRS had won 9 seats. The Congress won 6 seats in 2019. Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM won two of these seats in 2019.

Today, May 13, is the polling day for phase 4 of the Lok Sabha Elections, which takes place in 96 seats spread over nine states and one union territory.

Elections are scheduled for today for all 25 seats in Andhra Pradesh, 17 seats in Telangana, 13 seats in Uttar Pradesh, 11 seats in Maharashtra, 8 seats in each of West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh, 5 seats in Bihar, 4 seats in each of Jharkhand and Odisha, and 1 seat in Jammu and Kashmir.

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More than half of the 543 Lok Sabha Elections 2024 seats, or 283 constituencies, have already been voted in three stages on April 19, 26, and May 7. The voter participation for the 93 seats in the third phase of polling, which took place on May 7, was 65.68 percent, which is roughly 1.32 percentage points lower than the turnout for the same seats in the Lok Sabha elections of 2019.

The dates of the final three stages are set for May 20, May 25, and June 1. On June 4, the votes from all seven stages of the Lok Sabha Elections will be tallied.

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The prominent candidates in the fray today include, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav from Kannauj (Uttar Pradesh), TMC leader Mahua Moitra from Krishnanagar (West Bengal), cricketer-turned-politicians Yusuf Pathan and senior Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chaudhary from Baharampur (West Bengal), Union Minister Giriraj Singh from Begusarai (Bihar) and YS Sharmila from Kadapa (Andhra Pradesh).

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BJP had won 42, Congress 6 seats in 2019

Of the 96 seats voting in the third phase today, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won 42 in 2019 and 38 in the 2014 general elections. The BJP allies, TDP, JD-U, and LJP, had won five of these seats in 2019. The TDP won three seats and JD-U and LJP won one seat each in 2019. 

Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi-led All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen had won two of these seats in 2019. The YSR Congress party (YSRCP) won 22 seats in 2019 and 9 seats among the 96 in 2014. Similarly, the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) won 9 seats in 2019 and 11 seats in the 2014 elections. 

The 25 Lok Sabha seats in Andhra Pradesh and the 17 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana comprise the YSCRP and BRS performance. Today is the fourth phase of voting for these states’ 42 Lok Sabha seats.

Three seats were won by the Congress party in 2014 and six of the 96 seats in the Lok Sabha in 2019. In today’s third phase of voting, the Congress had secured 50 out of the 96 seats in 2009.

Aiming for a record-breaking third term under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP-led NDA has set a goal of gaining 400 seats in this election. The Congress-led opposition parties, united under the INDIA bloc banner, pose a threat to the ruling coalition.

Kachchh Lok Sabha constituency: Check polling date, key candidates, past election results.

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Kachchh Lok Sabha Election is one of the 26 Lok Sabha constituencies in Gujarat. The date of voting for the Kachchh constituency is set for May 7 (Phase 3).

The third round of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, which takes place on May 7, will feature voting on 94 seats spread across 12 states and Union territories. The polling will take place throughout seven phases, from April 19 to June 1, with an announcement of the results set for June 4. On Tuesday, May 7, the parliamentary elections for Gujarat’s 26 Lok Sabha seats will take place in a single phase.

Gujarat has 26 Lok Sabha seats, including Kachchh. Phase 3 voting in the Kachchh constituency is scheduled for May 7. For a long time, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has had a stronghold in the constituency.

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Kachchh Lok Sabha Election 2024 Candidates List

In the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, the BJP is set to contest from all 26 constituencies. For the Kachchh constituency, the BJP has again fielded incumbent MP Vinod Lakhamashi Chavda. Whereas, Congress has announced the candidacy of Nitishbhai Lalan to contest from the Kachchh Lok Sabha seat. 

Kachchh Lok Sabha Election 2019 results

In the 2019 general elections, Vinod Lakhamashi Chavda emerged victorious in the constituency, securing 6,37,034 votes. In contrast, Congress’ Naresh Naranbhai Maheshwari was the runner-up who secured 3,31,521 votes. 

Kachchh Lok Sabha Election 2014 results

In the 2014 Lok Sabha polls, Vinod Lakhamashi Chavda won the Kachchh constituency with 5,62,855 votes, defeating Congress’ Dr.Dinesh Parmar who secured 3,08,373 votes.

In Candid Rapid Fire, Rahul Gandhi Reveals Why White T-shirts are His Signature Attire, a Watch.

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As campaigning for the remaining phases of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections intensifies, Rahul Gandhi shares candid reflections on the process, emphasizing the importance of ideology and transparency.

With the Lok Sabha elections in 2024 progressing into its remaining phases, political leaders are intensifying their efforts to secure support from the masses ahead of the crucial voting days. Among these leaders is Rahul Gandhi, a prominent figure in the Congress party, who has been actively engaging in rallies and meetings. Amidst his campaign trail, he took a moment to share some candid reflections on the nature of campaigning and its significance to him.

In a recent post on social media platform X, Gandhi shared a 2-minute-long video capturing snippets of his activities during a day of campaigning in Karnataka. In the video, he can be seen engaging in light-hearted rapid-fire questions and discussions with Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.

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Captioning the post, Gandhi wrote, “A day campaigning in Karnataka. Some light rapid-fire questions and some very illustrious company.”

When asked about his thoughts on campaigning, Gandhi humorously remarked that the best part for him is “when it ends.” Reflecting on the duration of his current campaign, which has spanned nearly 70 days, he emphasized the rigorous nature of political engagements, particularly citing his previous Bharat Jodo Yatra. Despite the challenges, he expressed a fondness for delivering speeches as they prompt reflection on the country’s needs.

In the video, Gandhi posed a question to Kharge regarding the positives and negatives of campaigning. Kharge responded by emphasizing the inherent goodness in working for the betterment of the country, highlighting the satisfaction derived from countering forces detrimental to national interests.

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During a conversation with Siddaramaiah, Gandhi delved into the significance of ideology versus power in politics. Siddaramaiah stressed the enduring importance of ideology, emphasizing its role in shaping policies and garnering public support. Kharge echoed this sentiment, underscoring the sacrifices made by leaders in upholding ideological principles.

In agreement, Gandhi emphasized the necessity for political organizations to adhere to a clear ideological framework, advocating for a pro-poor, pro-women, and inclusive approach. He asserted that political battles, whether at the organizational or national level, ultimately revolve around ideological principles.

Switching gears, Gandhi addressed a lighthearted inquiry regarding his preference for white T-shirts, a signature aspect of his attire during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Responding with characteristic simplicity, he attributed his choice to transparency and a lack of concern for fashion, preferring simplicity in clothing.

The Lok Sabha elections are set to proceed with the third phase scheduled for May 7, followed by subsequent phases on May 13, 20, 25, and June 1. The election results are slated to be announced on June 4.

According to Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj, Raghav Chadha may have “lost eyesight” about AAP MP.

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Bharadwaj gave assurance that Raghav Chadha’s dedication to the campaign is unwavering, even in light of his health issues. He promised to return shortly, prepared to help the party in its endeavors.

Leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Minister for Delhi, Saurabh Bharadwaj, announced on Tuesday that party colleague Raghav Chadha is not participating in the Lok Sabha election campaign because to serious eye issues. According to Bharadwaj, Chadha, the AAP member of the Rajya Sabha, could as well have lost his sight.

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He is located in the UK. Regarding Chadha, who has been in London for more than two months, Bharadwaj stated, “There was a problem in his eyes, and I was informed that it was crucial that he might have lost his eyesight as well.

Bharadwaj reassured that despite his health challenges, Chadha’s commitment to the campaign remains unwavering. He will return soon, ready to contribute to the party’s efforts, he said during a press conference.

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Earlier, the news agency PTI citing party sources that Chadha would undergo a vitrectomy surgery in the United Kingdom to prevent the eye’s retinal detachment. As per the report, this condition, characterized by the development of small holes in the retina, is extremely dangerous for vision and needs to be treated right away to avoid permanent damage.

AAP leader Chadha has been conspicuously absent from recent political events. His absence has been felt, especially during a time when the party has faced several difficulties, such as the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the party’s national convenor in connection with the Liquor Policy Scam.

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But in the lead-up to the Lok Sabha Elections, Chadha has been sharing remarks from Sunita Kejriwal, Arvind Kejriwal’s wife, and news conferences from the AAP on social media.

After meeting British Labour politician Preet Kaur Gill, who is well-known for her “advocacy of Khalistan separatism” and anti-India views on social media, during his visit to the UK last month, Chadha found himself in a heated situation.

Chadha’s wife, actor Parineeti Chopra, was back in India ahead of the release of her Netflix movie Amar Singh Chamkila; the AAP leader stayed in London.

Parineeti Chopra says she decided to marry Raghav Chadha without knowing if he was already married, or had kids.

Chadha is among AAP’s 40-star campaigners; jailed leaders Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Satyendar Jain are also on the list. The AAP is contesting the Lok Sabha Election in Delhi, Haryana, and Gujarat in alliance with the Congress party. In Punjab, where AAP is in power, the Arvind Kejriwal-led party is contesting the elections for 13 seats on its own.

Gentleman Rahul Dravid won everyone’s hearts with his behavior at the voting center.

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Rahul Dravid, the current coach of the Indian cricket team and a former captain of India, went to the polls in Bengaluru on Friday to cast his ballot. Like any other ordinary individual, Rahul Dravid waited in line to cast his ballot. Rahul Dravid told the media that everyone should vote after casting their ballot. This is a chance that only democracy offers. Anil Kumble, a legendary Indian spinner and former teammate of Dravid, also cast a ballot in Bengaluru. The second round of the Lok Sabha elections is taking place on Friday, with voting on 14 seats in Karnataka.

There will be two voting stages for Karnataka, which has 28 seats in the 543-member Parliament. Fourteen seats—Udupi Chikmagalur, Hassan, Dakshina Kannada, Chitradurga, Tumkur, Mandya, Mysore, Chamarajanagar, Bengaluru Rural, Bengaluru North, Bengaluru Central, Bengaluru South, Chikballapur, and Kolar—are up for vote today.

Karnataka’s 2019 elections saw the BJP win 25 of the state’s 28 seats. This time, the BJP is running for 25 seats, and JDS, an ally, is running for the final 3 seats. The second phase includes the three constituencies that JDS is contesting: Hassan, Mandya, and Kolar.

This time Lok Sabha elections are being held in 7 phases. The first phase of voting was held on April 19 in 102 constituencies across 21 states and union territories. According to the Election Commission, the voting percentage was recorded at more than 62 percent. The third phase of elections will be held on May 7.

Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 2 Live Results: Up to 9 AM, 9.3% of voters were registered in 13 states and the District of Columbia.

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India Election Phase 2 Voting Live: Voting for 88 constituencies in the second phase of the 18th Lok Sabha elections across 13 states and union territories has begun.

The 18th Lok Sabha elections are currently in their second phase, with voting for 88 seats taking place across 13 states and union territories. There are more than 1,200 people running for office, four of them are from outside Manipur.
Thirteen states and union territories reported a 9.3% voter turnout at nine in the morning. While Maharashtra had the lowest voter turnout—more than 7%—Chhattisgarh and Manipur registered over 15% of the total. More than 10% of voters cast ballots in these 88 seats through 9 a.m. in 2019.

Tomorrow’s elections will be for all 20 seats in Kerala, 14 of the 28 seats in Karnataka, 13 seats in Rajasthan, 8 seats in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, 7 seats in Madhya Pradesh, 5 seats in Assam and Bihar, 3 seats in West Bengal and Chhattisgarh, and 1 seat each in Manipur, Tripura, and Jammu and Kashmir.

Union minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, BJP members Tejasvi Surya, Hema Malini, and Arun Govil, Rahul Gandhi and Shashi Tharoor of the Congress, DK Suresh, the brother of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and former chief minister HD Kumaraswamy are among the notable contenders for the second phase.

Of the 89 seats in 2019, the UPA had 24 and the NDA 56. As part of the delimitation process, six of these seats have been redrew.

The first round of the seven stages of the elections, which will include 102 seats spread across 21 states and Union territory, took place last Friday. A little over 65.5% of voters participated in the polls.

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: 9.3% Voter Turnout Recorded Across 13 States, UTs Till 9 AM

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Chhattisgarh Records Over 14% Voter Turnout Till 9 AM

Polling percentage till 9 am in three Lok Sabha seats of Chhattisgarh

  • 17.52% in Kanker Lok Sabha
  • 14.33% in Mahasamund Lok Sabha
  • 14.59 % in Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha

Lok Sabha Polls 2024: “No Nitish, No Lalu, Only Pappu”: Purnia Candidate Pappu Yadav

“No matter how much people tried to put me down, tried to harass and murder me politically, including conspiracies to even harm and kill me, my car being seized, and harassment by the police prosecution. I considered Purnea as my mother and decided to contest alone. Why do you think Purnea is a hot seat today. It is the blessings of the people from here. No Narendra Modi, no Nitish Kumar, No Lalu Yadav from here, Just Pappu,” Purnia Lok Sabha Independent candidate Pappu Yadav said.

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Before the Lok Sabha elections, Govinda’s return to politics
 but the party changed Shiv Sena, led by chief minister Eknath Shinde: “I’m back.”

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Actor Govinda has described the conclusion of his “14-year canvas” as his comeback to politics following his retirement from the Congress party.

On Thursday, Bollywood star Govinda returned to politics by joining the ruling Shiv Sena in Mumbai, where he was accompanied by Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The actor had previously defeated BJP mainstay Ram Naik to win elections from the Virar seat on a Congress ticket.

The “Raja Babu” actor entered politics in 2004 when running on a Congress party ticket, he defeated prominent BJP politician Ram Naik in the Mumbai North Lok Sabha population, earning him the moniker “giant killer.” Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde greeted the 60-year-old actor and said he was well-liked by all facets of society.

“I am back (in politics) after a 14-year-long ‘canvas’ (exile),” Govinda remarked after joining the Shiv Sena. The actor said he would work in the art and culture field if given a chance.

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Govinda, popularly known as Chi Chi, commended the efforts of the Indian government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating, “We have seen the same level of progress here (in Maharashtra) in the last two years, as we have seen in the country in the last 10 years.” Our primary goals will be the development of art and culture as well as the state’s physical charm.”

Govinda, who started his acting career in the 1980s, said after his first stint in politics from 2004 to 2009, he never felt he would come back to the same field. Mumbai looks more beautiful and developed since Shinde has become the chief minister, he stated.

“It is a divine blessing that I am joining the Shiv Sena. “I had assumed that I wouldn’t pursue politics once more,” Govinda declared upon receiving his official party induction from Eknath Shinde. Governor Govinda’s parents got along well with Balasaheb Thackeray, the founder of the Shiv Sena.

Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora welcomed Govinda to the party, stating that he had known the seasoned Bollywood star for twenty-five years. Deora recalled that he and Govinda had battled together in the 2004 elections.

“I’ve known Govinda for nearly twenty-five years.” Together, we contested elections in 2004. He had been brought to Congress by my late father. He is a good-hearted individual who aspires to represent Mumbai, the nation’s cultural hub, and the creative sector, according to Milind Deora.

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BJP finalises 100 candidates, rigorous selection process: Sources

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The BJP has finalised a list of 100 Lok Sabha candidates following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s midnight meeting on Thursday. The list is expected to be announced in a few days, sources said.

In Short

  • List to focus on high profile candidates such as PM Modi, Amit Shah, JP Nadda
  • May include several fresh faces, including women
  • Importance to be given on seats lost in 2019 elections by a small margin

The BJP has finalised 100 Lok Sabha candidates after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a late-night meeting at his residence on Thursday, say sources. The first list is expected to be announced in the next few days, sources said.

The list will focus on high profile candidates such as PM Modi himself from Varanasi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah from Gujarat’s Gandhinagar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh from Lucknow along with the ‘weak’ seats that the party lost in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections by a small margin.

States that had the focus of the BJP top brass at Thursday’s late-night meeting were Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Assam, Kerala and Telangana, among others.

Sources said that there is a possibility of Union Ministers, who are also Rajya Sabha MPs, contesting the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections likely to be held in April-May. These legislators include Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister Sarbanand Sonowal, Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, and Union Minister of State (MoS) V Muraleedharan.

The BJP’s list will also see the party focussing on fresh faces, including several women. For instance, the BJP could pitch Bhojpuri star Pawan Singh to take on Trinamool Congress MP and Bollywood legend Shatrughan Sinha in West Bengal’s Asansol district.

On Thursday, PM Modi chaired a four-hour long CEC meeting to finalise the first of BJP’s candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. Starting at 10:30 pm, the meeting went on for over four hours. It was attended by BJP chief JP Nadda, Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh, among others.

Last week, top BJP leaders, including Amit Shah, JP Nadda and Adityanath, held a meeting to discuss the “weak seats” that may pose challenges for the party in the upcoming general elections.

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FIRST LIST – BEHIND THE SCENES

A lot of work went behind preparing the first list, including taking feedback from the public, sources said. The public was asked to submit their feedback about the MPs of their constituency on BJP’s NaMo app, and also mention the three most popular BJP leaders in their regions.

Reports were sought from BJP MPs regarding the work they have done in their respective constituencies for the last two years. Survey agencies were roped in to give a report on every parliamentary constituency.

Moreover, ministers in every parliamentary constituency of BJP ruled states were asked to gather reports on the work done by MPs. Then, the reports received from ministers and party organisation committee were reviewed by the state election committee. A list of names for each parliamentary seat was prepared at the state level meetings.

Before Thursday’s CEC meeting, the core group of every state met with JP Nadda, Amit Shah and Organisation General Secretary BL Santosh. Names of possible candidates for each parliamentary seat were discussed at the meeting. This discussion happened among PM Modi, Amit Shah and JP Nadda at the Prime Minister’s residence prior to taking place at the CEC meet.

Sources said that the BJP’s strategy is to see who has the best chance to win each seat. If this candidate is from another party, then the saffron side’s aim would be to bring the individual within their fold. For this, committees have been formed at state as well as central level.

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CANCELLATION OF TICKETS

According to sources, the final meeting of the CEC chaired by PM Modi is expected to be held on March 3. It is believed that tickets of MPs whose performance has not been good will be cancelled without any hesitation. The Prime Minister has said that BJP will be fighting for every parliamentary seat.

There are talks of cancelling the tickets of some ministers from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.

Additionally, tickets of at least 60-70 MPs are likely to be cancelled. Fresh faces will be given a chance and will replace old ones who have won from a particular constituency twice.

However, sources added, that tickets of OBC MPs are not expected to be canceled. In 2019, 85 of the 303 OBC MPs that the party fielded emerged victorious.

This article is originally published on India Today!

Lok Sabha elections 2024: PM Modi is probably going to start his campaign tomorrow from Bulandshahr in Uttar Pradesh!

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Lok Sabha elections 2024: The BJP claims that around five lakh people will attend PM Modi’s rally in Bulandshahr. The Prime Minister’s scheduled public meeting in Bulandshahr’s Navada village on January 25 is expected to rally support, featuring a shooting range field in Meerut Commissionerate.

Lok Sabha elections 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is gearing up for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with the first electoral rally scheduled in Uttar Pradesh’s Bulandshahr on January 25, sources from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said. The rally in Bulandshahr will kick off the election campaign for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, following the Ram Lalla Pran Pratishtha Samaroh in Ayodhya on Monday.

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Party workers and BJP leaders are actively involved in the preparations, anticipating a significant turnout in the western Uttar Pradesh city. 

Notably, the BJP holds eight out of 14 seats in western Uttar Pradesh, with defeats in six constituencies in 2019. The PM is reportedly preparing to turn the tide in these seats in the 2024 elections. PM Modi is set to commence the election campaign from Bulandshahr, aiming to connect with voters and supporters in previously contested areas, sharing the mantra for victory.

The BJP claims that around five lakh people will attend PM Modi’s rally in Bulandshahr. The Prime Minister’s scheduled public meeting in Bulandshahr’s Navada village on January 25 is expected to rally support, featuring a shooting range field in Meerut Commissionerate. 

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Meanwhile, a day after announcing an alliance with Rashtriya Lok Dal for the Lok Sabha polls, Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav has said that there will be more meetings with Congress to decide on seat-sharing formula in the state and that the “INDIA alliance should be strong”.

Akhilesh Yadav held a meeting in Lucknow with party leaders who included former MPs, former MLAs, and former MLCs. He said winnability is the criterion in decisions on seats. Yadav urged party workers to ensure registration of voters who are supporters of the party in the new voter list. He accused the BJP government in the state of getting the names of some party workers removed from the list.

Congress and the Samajwadi Party have held seat-sharing talks for the Lok Sabha polls expected in April-May this year. 

This article is sourced from dnaindia!

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