- By JE News Desk
- Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:23 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, the Mangaldoi constituency in Assam witnessed a competitive contest between two prominent candidates. The seat was eventually won by Dilip Saikia of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), who defeated Bhubaneswar Kalita of the Indian National Congress (INC) by a considerable margin.
Dilip Saikia, the victorious candidate, is a seasoned politician with a strong background in public service. He has been associated with the BJP for several years and has held various positions within the party. Saikia is known for his grassroots connect and his efforts towards the development of the region.
Bhubaneswar Kalita, the runner-up, is a veteran politician with a long-standing association with the INC. He has held several important positions in the party and is known for his work in the fields of education and social welfare.
Mangaldoi is not just a political constituency but also a place with a rich cultural history. The region is known for its diverse cultural heritage, with influences from various communities such as the Assamese, Bodo, and Mishing tribes. The region is also known for its scenic beauty, with the Brahmaputra river flowing through its heart.
Politically, Mangaldoi has been a stronghold of the INC for many years, with the party holding the seat for several terms. However, in recent years, the BJP has made significant inroads into the region, winning the seat in the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections.
The victory of Dilip Saikia in the 2019 elections was seen as a major milestone for the BJP in the region. It was also seen as a reflection of the changing political landscape in Assam, where the BJP has been steadily gaining ground.
Overall, the 2019 Lok Sabha election in Mangaldoi was closely contested, with both the BJP and the INC putting up a strong fight. The victory of Dilip Saikia was seen as a significant moment in the political history of the region, marking the continued rise of the BJP in Assam.
Results for the Lok Sabha election held in 2019 for the Mangaldoi constituency:
Winning Candidate: Dilip Saikia (BJP)
Total Votes Received: 735,469
Vote Percentage: 48.83
Losing Candidate: Bhubaneswar Kalita (INC)
Total Votes Received: 596,924
Vote Percentage: 39.63
Mangaldoi Lok Sabha Elections 2024
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Dilip Saikia as its candidate from the Mangaldoi constituency for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections.
The Congress has fielded Madhab Rajbanshi as its candidate from the Mangaldoi constituency for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections.