National Desk, 17th April: As the clock ticks down to the first phase of Lok Sabha elections, today signifies the culmination of campaigning activities for candidates representing various political parties. With the deadline set at 5 PM, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Congress are gearing up for a day of robust campaigning.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is poised to lead the BJP’s campaign charge, with scheduled public meetings in Nalbari, Assam, followed by a rally in Agartala. These engagements underscore the BJP’s concerted efforts to sway voters in its favor.
Meanwhile, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari will leverage virtual platforms to connect with voters in Nagpur, where he faces stiff competition from Congress’s INDIA bloc candidate Vikas Thakre.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is slated to headline three rallies in Kerala, targeting key constituencies like Kannur, Kasargod, and Vadakara. Kerala’s 20 Lok Sabha seats, all contested in the first phase, make these rallies crucial battlegrounds for the BJP.
On the Congress front, leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra continue their campaign trail, with Rahul Gandhi set to address rallies in Mandya and Kolar, Karnataka.
The first phase of elections encompasses 102 seats across 14 states and union territories, intensifying the race for parliamentary representation. With each party mounting a final push to secure votes, the political landscape brims with anticipation as voters prepare to cast their ballots on April 19. Stay tuned for comprehensive coverage of the unfolding election developments.
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