Maharashtra: BJP Challenges Congress in High-Stakes Latur Rural Battle
As the election campaign heats up in Latur Rural, the BJP is making a strong push to unseat the incumbent Congress MLA, Dheeraj Deshmukh, in this Congress bastion.
MaharashtraLatur RuralBjpCongressElectionsReal Estate MaharashtraNov 06, 2024
In a twist from the 2019 elections, the BJP has claimed the Latur Rural seat as part of the ruling Mahayuti coalition, fielding Karad to challenge Deshmukh's hold. Karad, who previously hoped for a BJP ticket, missed out in 2019 when the seat was given to Shiv Sena as part of a seat-sharing arrangement. The Shiv Sena candidate, Sachin Deshmukh, ran a low-key campaign, which allowed Dheeraj Deshmukh to win comfortably by a margin of 1,35,006 votes. Notably, the NOTA (None of the Above) option took the second-highest tally with 27,500 votes, reflecting voter discontent at the time.
Deshmukh has since hit the campaign trail, actively meeting with constituents across Zilla Parishad and panchayat samiti circles. His primary challenger, Karad, is also working to mobilize the BJP base in hopes of capturing this Congress stronghold.
Adding to the dynamics are MNS candidate Santosh Nagargoje and VBA's Dr. Vijay Ajnikar, whose presence has energized the contest. Nagargoje has been engaging directly with voters in rural areas and has reportedly gained support from local communities. Meanwhile, Ajnikar has been conducting corner meetings and engaging with voters to make his case. Although both candidates are drawing attention, political observers expect the main fight to be between Deshmukh and Karad.
The Latur Rural constituency, covering Renapur tehsil, much of Latur tehsil, and parts of Ausa, has been a Congress bastion since 2009. Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange initially announced plans to field a candidate but later withdrew, declaring he would not support any candidate.
In the Lok Sabha elections, Congress secured a lead in Latur City and Latur Rural. As polling day approaches, the BJP is pushing hard to challenge Congress's dominance in Latur Rural. With the fielding of Karad and the active campaigning by opposition candidates, it remains to be seen if the BJP can spring a surprise in this Congress stronghold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the main candidates in the Latur Rural assembly constituency?
The main candidates are Congress MLA Dheeraj Deshmukh and BJP MLC Ramesh Karad. There are also candidates from VBA and MNS.
How did the 2019 elections play out in Latur Rural?
In 2019, Dheeraj Deshmukh won the seat by a margin of 1,35,006 votes, with the NOTA option taking the second-highest tally of 27,500 votes.
What is the BJP's strategy in this election?
The BJP is fielding Ramesh Karad and actively campaigning to mobilize their base in hopes of capturing the seat from the Congress.
What role are MNS and VBA candidates playing in the election?
MNS candidate Santosh Nagargoje and VBA's Dr. Vijay Ajnikar are energizing the contest by engaging directly with voters and conducting corner meetings.
What is the historical significance of Latur Rural for the Congress party?
Latur Rural has been a Congress bastion since 2009, and the party has a strong hold in the constituency.
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