- By JE News Desk
- Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:35 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Lok Sabha election held in 2019 for the Bahraich constituency in Uttar Pradesh witnessed a closely contested electoral battle, reflecting the complex political dynamics and diverse voter sentiments prevalent in the region. Bahraich, known for its cultural heritage and geographical diversity, emerged as a significant electoral battleground where various political parties sought to assert their influence and secure victory.
The winning candidate for the Bahraich constituency in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections was Akshaibar Lal, who contested on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the ruling party at the national level. Akshaibar Lal's victory was noteworthy as he managed to secure a win in a constituency that has historically seen intense competition between different political factions. His triumph underscored the BJP's continued dominance in Bahraich and highlighted his personal popularity among the electorate, particularly among certain communities and socio-economic groups.
Among the top three candidates who contested against Akshaibar Lal, the second-place candidate was Shabbir Ahmad, fielded by the Samajwadi Party (SP), a prominent regional party in Uttar Pradesh. Shabbir Ahmad's candidacy exemplified the SP's efforts to challenge the BJP's stronghold in the region and secure victory in a constituency known for its socio-political diversity. Despite the SP's campaign efforts and Ahmad's local outreach, his performance fell short of victory, underscoring the BJP's entrenched position in Bahraich.
The third-place candidate in the Bahraich constituency was Savitri Bai Phule, representing the Indian National Congress (INC), one of the major political parties in India. Savitri Bai Phule's candidacy highlighted the INC's endeavor to expand its political footprint in Uttar Pradesh and emerge as a significant contender in the state's electoral landscape. Despite the INC's campaign endeavors and Phule's local prominence, her performance in Bahraich did not yield significant electoral gains, emphasizing the formidable competition posed by the BJP and SP in the constituency.
Overall, the 2019 Lok Sabha election results for the Bahraich constituency provided insights into the intricate and evolving political dynamics of Uttar Pradesh's constituencies. Akshaibar Lal's victory reaffirmed the BJP's electoral prowess in the state, while the performances of the SP and INC highlighted their ongoing efforts to challenge the BJP's dominance and establish themselves as significant players in Uttar Pradesh's political arena.
Results for the Lok Sabha election held in 2019 for the Bahraich constituency:
Winning Candidate: Akshaibar Lal (BJP)
Total Votes Received: 525982
Vote Percentage: 53.14
Losing Candidate: Shabbir Ahmad (SP)
Total Votes Received: 397230
Vote Percentage: 40.13
In Uttar Pradesh, the Lok Sabha elections will be held in seven phases for the 80 constituencies.
Polling Dates:
Phase 1: April 19
Phase 2: April 26
Phase 3: May 7
Phase 4: May 13
Phase 5: May 20
Phase 6: May 25
Phase 7: June 1
Elections for the 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held between April 19 and June 1 in seven phases. The counting of votes for the Lok Sabha Polls will be held on June 4.