- By JE News Desk
- Fri, 23 Feb 2024 07:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the Chhindwara constituency in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh witnessed an interesting electoral contest that highlighted the unique political dynamics of the region. The outcomes of this election not only influenced local politics but also contributed to shaping the broader narrative of Indian politics at the time.
The winning candidate for the Chhindwara constituency in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections was Nakul Nath, who contested on behalf of the Indian National Congress (INC), one of the major political parties in India. Nakul Nath's victory was significant as he hails from the prominent Nath family, with his father, Kamal Nath, being a senior leader of the INC and the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh at the time. Nakul Nath's strong local connections and familial ties played a crucial role in securing his victory in Chhindwara, a constituency where the INC has traditionally held sway.
Among the top candidates who contested against Nakul Nath, the second-place candidate was Nathan Shah, fielded by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the ruling party at the national level. Nathan Shah's candidacy reflected the BJP's attempts to challenge the dominance of the INC in Madhya Pradesh and make inroads into constituencies like Chhindwara. Despite the BJP's concerted efforts and significant resources, Shah's performance fell short of victory, indicating the enduring influence of the INC in the region.
Overall, the 2019 Lok Sabha election results for the Chhindwara constituency provided valuable insights into the complex and evolving political dynamics of Madhya Pradesh, reflecting the competition between national and regional parties and the preferences of the electorate in the region. Nakul Nath's victory reaffirmed the INC's influence in the state, while the performances of the BJP and BSP highlighted their ongoing efforts to challenge the INC's dominance and establish themselves as significant players in Madhya Pradesh's political landscape.
Results for the Lok Sabha election held in 2019 for the Chhindwara constituency:
Winning Candidate: Nakul Nath (INC)
Total Votes Received: 547305
Vote Percentage: 47.06
Losing Candidate: Nathan Shah (BJP)
Total Votes Received: 509769
Vote Percentage: 44.05
Chhindwara Lok Sabha Elections 2024
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Vivek ‘Bunty’ Sahu as its candidate from the Chhindwara constituency for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections.
In Madhya Pradesh the Lok Sabha elections will be held in four phases for the 29 constituencies.
Polling Dates:
Phase 1: April 19
Phase 2: April 26
Phase 3: May 7
Phase 4: May 13
General elections for the 543 Lok Sabha seats will be held between April 19 and June 1 in seven phases. The results for the Lok Sabha Polls will be announced on June 4.