Assam CM Sarma Addresses Alleged Ticket Discontent in Jharkhand BJP

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed reports of internal dissent within the Jharkhand BJP over ticket distribution for upcoming assembly elections. Sarma refuted claims of nepotism, citing the natural occurrence of dissatisfaction post-candidate announcement. He emphasized the party's commitment to its members' prior assurances.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma dismissed speculations about discord in the Jharkhand BJP over the distribution of assembly election tickets. He labeled any dissatisfaction among party members as 'natural.'

Sarma, also BJP's co-incharge for Jharkhand elections, rebuffed allegations of nepotism, mentioning that familial considerations did not influence ticket allocations.

He highlighted that ticket allotments to individuals like Meera Munda and Purnima Das Sahu were based on prior commitments and their relatives' absence in the electoral race.

(With inputs from agencies.)