Jharkhand Assembly Elections: Candidates Gear Up for High-Stakes Battle

A total of 93 candidates, including notable figures such as Minister Deepak Birua and BJP's Satyendra Nath Tiwari, have filed nominations for the upcoming Jharkhand assembly elections. The first phase sees 150 nominations across 43 constituencies. Allegations and promises dominate the campaign narratives.

The Jharkhand assembly elections are heating up as 93 candidates filed their nominations for the first phase of the polls, an official stated on Wednesday. Among the prominent names are Minister Deepak Birua and BJP's Satyendra Nath Tiwari, aiming to secure seats amidst intense political rivalry.

As the first phase approaches with 150 nominations filed across 43 constituencies, the battle lines are drawn for the November 13 polls. The nomination process for the second phase began on Tuesday, with five candidates filing their applications by Wednesday for the 38 seats in contest.

State Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar noted significant cash and goods seizures amounting to Rs 16.67 crore following the election announcement. Allegations of corruption and promises of sweeping victories form the crux of campaign rhetoric from candidates across parties.

(With inputs from agencies.)