Bhubaneswar, March 12: The political landscape in Sambalpur assembly segment is heating up ahead of the upcoming elections. While the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have been exploring an alliance, the possibility of new faces emerging is creating intrigue.
In the 2014 elections, BJD introduced Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi, a fresh candidate, who secured victory by defeating BJP’s Jayanarayan Mishra. However, in 2019, Jayanarayan Mishra reclaimed the seat. Now, due to health reasons, Jayanarayan has stepped back from active politics, leading to a shift in the political dynamics. His daughter, Subhashree Mishra, is actively engaging with local communities and rallying party workers, positioning herself as a frontrunner for the BJP ticket in the upcoming election.
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Meanwhile, the BJD’s former MLA, Dr. Raseswari Panigrahi, is currently inactive due to health issues. Consequently, the BJD is likely to introduce a new face in Sambalpur. Rohit Pujari, the MLA from Rairakhole, has become more visible in Sambalpur and could be a potential BJD candidate. Additionally, several other aspirants are vying for BJD tickets.
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The Congress party is also on the lookout for a dynamic leader who can effectively challenge both the BJD and BJP in this crucial assembly segment.
As the election approaches, all eyes are on Sambalpur to witness the emergence of fresh political contenders and the unfolding of a new chapter in its political history
