- By JE News Desk
- Tue, 19 Mar 2024 11:40 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
The Lok Sabha election held in 2019 for the Sant Kabir Nagar constituency in Uttar Pradesh was a closely contested electoral battle, reflecting the intricate political landscape and diverse voter sentiments prevalent in the region. Sant Kabir Nagar, named after the revered poet-saint Kabir, emerged as a significant electoral battleground where various political parties sought to secure victory and consolidate their influence.
The winning candidate for the Sant Kabir Nagar constituency in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections was Praveen Kumar Nishad, who contested on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Praveen Kumar Nishad's victory was noteworthy as he managed to secure a win in a constituency known for its fiercely contested elections and diverse socio-political fabric. His triumph underscored the BJP's continued presence and influence in Sant Kabir Nagar, particularly among certain demographic groups.
Among the top candidates who contested against Praveen Kumar Nishad, the second-place candidate was Bhishma Shankar Tiwari of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP).
The third-place candidate in the Sant Kabir Nagar constituency was Bhal Chandra Yadav, representing the Indian National Congress (INC), one of the major political parties in India. Despite the INC's campaign endeavors and Yadav's local prominence, his performance in Sant Kabir Nagar did not yield substantial electoral gains, emphasizing the fierce competition posed by the BSP and BJP in the constituency.
Overall, the 2019 Lok Sabha election results for the Sant Kabir Nagar constituency provided insights into the complex and evolving political dynamics of Uttar Pradesh's constituencies. Praveen Kumar Nishad's victory reaffirmed the BJP's electoral prowess in the state, while the performances of the BSP and INC highlighted their ongoing efforts to challenge the SP'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 Sant Kabir Nagar constituency:
Winning Candidate: Praveen Kumar Nishad (BJP)
Total Votes Received: 467543
Vote Percentage: 43.97
Losing Candidate: Bhishma Shankar Tiwari (BSP)
Total Votes Received: 431794
Vote Percentage: 40.61
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.