The second phase of Lok Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh is gearing up for a significant showdown, with eight crucial seats up for grabs on April 26. This phase follows a change in the state’s political landscape, with the once-bipolar contest now becoming a three-cornered affair after Mayawati decides to contest independently.
Key constituencies like Amroha, Meerut, and Mathura, each presenting its unique dynamics and candidates. Amroha, where BSP’s Danish Ali won in 2019, now sees him contesting on a Congress ticket against BJP’s Kanwar Singh Tanwar and BSP’s Mujahid Hussain. Meerut, with its sizeable Muslim population, features actor Arun Govil for BJP against SP’s Sunita Verma and BSP’s Devvrat Kumar Tyagi.
Mathura, known for its religious significance, witnesses a battle between BJP’s Hema Malini, Congress’s Mukesh Dhangar, and BSP’s Chaudhary Suresh Singh.
The intricate caste equations in these constituencies add layers to the electoral narrative, with each party vying for different community support.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s rhetoric, echoing controversial claims made earlier, continues to dominate the campaign trail. Allegations of property redistribution by the Congress, especially in areas with significant Muslim populations like Aligarh, have sparked heated debates but lack explicit mentions in certain constituencies.
Ghaziabad, a stronghold for the BJP, now faces a challenge from Mayawati’s candidate Nandkishore Pundhir, tapping into the discontent among the Rajput community against the ruling party. With Congress’s Dolly Sharma also in the fray, the seat symbolizes the broader tensions within Uttar Pradesh’s political landscape.
Caste considerations play a pivotal role, with parties strategizing to secure support from different communities.
Particularly, the Rajputs, Muslims, and Brahmins emerge as influential voting blocs, with parties aiming to sway their allegiance through targeted campaigns and promises.
As the electoral battle intensifies, all eyes are on these key constituencies, each poised to shape the political landscape of Uttar Pradesh. With the stakes high and the competition fierce, the second phase of Lok Sabha elections promises to be a closely watched affair, with implications far beyond the state’s borders.
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