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Congress releases 8th List: 14 Candidates for Lok Sabha Polls Congress unveils 8th List of 14 Candidates for Lok Sabha Elections
Wednesday, 27 Mar 2024 00:00 am
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The Congress party has unveiled its eighth list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in 2024. The list comprises a total of 14 candidates, with representation from various states across India.

Candidates in the 8th List

The newly announced list includes candidates for constituencies in Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.

In Jharkhand, the Congress has nominated Kalicharan Munda for the Khunti (ST) constituency, Sukhdeo Bhagat for Lohardaga (ST), and Jai Prakashbhai Patel for Hazaribagh.

For Madhya Pradesh, Rao Yadvendra Singh will contest from Guna, Tarvar Singh Lodhi from Damoh, and Pratap Bhanu Sharma from Vidisha.

In Telangana, Dr. Suguna Kumari Chelimala has been chosen for the Adilabad (ST) seat, Tatiparthi Jeevan Reddy for Nizamabad, Neelam Madhu for Medak, and Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy for Bhongir.

From Uttar Pradesh, Dolly Sharma will represent the Ghaziabad constituency, Shivram Valmiki for the Bulandshahr (SC) seat, and Nakul Dubey for Sitapur.

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Geographical representation

The Congress has ensured geographical diversity in its selection of candidates, with nominees hailing from states like Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. This strategy aims to cater to the varied demographics and political landscapes of these regions.

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Party strategy

By releasing multiple lists of candidates for the Lok Sabha elections, the Congress aims to strengthen its presence and electoral prospects across different states. Each candidate is chosen strategically to appeal to the voters of their respective constituencies, reflecting the party's efforts to build a strong and diverse electoral base.

The announcement of the eighth list of candidates reflects the Congress party's preparedness and determination to contest the Lok Sabha elections vigorously. With these nominations, the party seeks to offer voters a credible alternative and compete effectively in the electoral arena.