The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to launch its campaign for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to lead a roadshow in the Jabalpur constituency. This marks the Prime Minister’s first visit to Madhya Pradesh since the implementation of the model code of conduct.
Here are five key updates on PM Modi’s visit to Madhya Pradesh:
-> First Visit After Model Code of Conduct: PM Modi’s visit to Madhya Pradesh comes as -the first after the implementation of the model code of conduct for the Lok Sabha elections.
-> Details of Roadshow: The roadshow, led by PM Modi, will commence at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Crossing in Jabalpur and will conclude at Adi Shankaracharya Crossing in the Gorakhpur locality.
-> Upcoming Rally in Balaghat: Following the roadshow, PM Modi is scheduled to address a rally in Balaghat on Tuesday, further amplifying the BJP’s campaign efforts.
-> Significance of Mahakoshal Region: Both Balaghat and Jabalpur constituencies fall within the Mahakoshal region of Madhya Pradesh, which holds significant tribal votes. The BJP is eyeing to secure Chhindwara, a Congress stronghold, in addition to these constituencies.
-> Candidates and Contestants: Balaghat is poised for a triangular contest between BJP’s Bharti Pardhi, Congress’ Samrat Saraswat, and BSP’s Kankar Munjare. In Jabalpur, BJP’s Ashish Dubey will face off against Congress’ Dinesh Yadav.
The Lok Sabha elections in Madhya Pradesh are scheduled to be held in four phases: April 19, April 26, May 7, and May 13. Notably, the state sends a total of 29 elected lawmakers to the Lok Sabha. The polling will culminate on May 13, with the counting of votes set for June 4.
As PM Modi spearheads the BJP’s campaign in Madhya Pradesh, the state braces for an intense electoral battle with significant implications for the national political landscape.