As the political landscape heats up, over 690 candidates are vying for victory in 49 Lok Sabha seats set for Phase 5 polling. Meanwhile, in Delhi, a court is set to consider the Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case.
BJP Campaign Highlights
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah lead the charge for the BJP today. Modi is scheduled for a roadshow in Cuttack, followed by public meetings in Dhenkanal and rallies in Tamluk and Jhargram, all in preparation for the sixth phase of polling on May 26.
Amit Shah’s itinerary includes public meetings in Karnal, Hisar, and Rohtak in Haryana, with a final rally in South Delhi. Notably, former Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar is contesting from Karnal, while Bansuri Swaraj, daughter of the late Sushma Swaraj, is the BJP’s candidate for the New Delhi Lok Sabha seat.
Legal Proceedings Against Kejriwal
The Rouse Avenue Court is set to deliberate on the Enforcement Directorate’s supplementary chargesheet against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party in the alleged Delhi excise policy scam. This development follows the ED’s filing of the chargesheet, indicating a significant legal battle ahead.
Phase 5 Polling and Key Contests
In the fifth phase of polling, 49 Lok Sabha seats across 8 states and Union Territories will be contested, leaving 115 seats for the remaining two phases. Key faces to watch include Omar Abdullah, Smriti Irani, Rahul Gandhi, Dinesh Pratap Singh, Locket Chatterjee, and Piyush Goyal.
As the election drama unfolds, stay tuned for updates and analysis on the latest developments shaping India’s political landscape.
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