Feature: Bhadrak Lok Sabha Constituency in Odisha, known for its vibrant political landscape, witnessed a noteworthy battle among newcomers in the 2019 elections. The clash featured a fierce competition between Kanita Mandal, supported by BJD leader Jajikanth Mandal, and Abhimunya Sethi, a BJP candidate who had switched allegiances from BJD. Kanita Mandal emerged victorious with a substantial lead of over one lakh votes against Abhimunya Sethi.
As the political scenario in Bhadrak undergoes a transformation, the spotlight is on Jakrikanth Mandal, a prominent figure in the region. Amid speculations about Jakrikanth Mandal’s potential candidacy for the Lok Sabha seat, intriguing developments have emerged regarding the Dhamnagar Assembly seat.
During a recent BJP rally in Dhamnagar, Jakrikanth Mandal made a significant announcement in his characteristic style. He declared that Dr. Sanjay Das would be the BJP’s candidate for the Dhamnagar Assembly seat. This proactive move by the former MLA, ahead of the official announcement of election dates, adds a new layer to the unfolding political dynamics.
Dr. Sanjay Das, with the backing of Jakrikanth Mandal, is positioned as the BJP’s choice for the 11th MLA of Dhamnagar. In the 2014 elections, Jakrikanth Mandal secured victory from the Dhamnagar seat by defeating the BJP candidate late Bishnu Sethi. However, the party faced defeat in 2019, even with the nomination of Rajendra Das.
The announcement of Dr. Sanjay Das as the BJP’s candidate for Dhamnagar in the 2024 elections signals a strategic move by the party. There are speculations in political circles about the BJP potentially redirecting its focus on the Lok Sabha constituency instead of the Legislative Assembly this time.
As the political discourse intensifies, discussions are heating up among BJP, Congress, and other stakeholders about the selection of candidates for the Lok Sabha and Assembly seats. The unfolding developments in Bhadrak Lok Sabha Constituency and the strategic nominations for Dhamnagar Assembly seat are poised to shape the narrative of the upcoming elections in Odisha.
