In a significant victory for the Congress party, Kamlesh Thakur, wife of Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu, has won the byelection in Dehra constituency by defeating BJP's Hoshyar Singh. Congratulating his wife on the historic win, Sukhu emphasized that this election has sent a clear message that the people of Himachal will not tolerate any interference in their democracy by outside parties. This victory is a reflection of the INDIA bloc's strong performance as Trinamool Congress won all four seats in West Bengal, AAP leading in Punjab, and Congress ally DMK ahead in Tamil Nadu. In Bihar's Rupauli, where BJP's ally JD(U) was expected to win, an Independent candidate has taken the lead by a significant margin of over 4,000 votes.
Kamlesh Thakur's Triumph: A Victory for Congress and Democracy
Background
In a crucial byelection held in the Dehra constituency of Himachal Pradesh, Kamlesh Thakur emerged victorious, marking a significant win for the Congress party. As the wife of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu, Thakur's victory further strengthens the party's position in the state.
Election Results
Thakur defeated her opponent, Hoshyar Singh of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), by a significant margin. The Congress candidate secured 29,238 votes, while Singh received 25,239 votes.
Significance
Sukhu hailed his wife's victory as "a historic win" and emphasized that it sends a clear message to outside parties that the people of Himachal will not tolerate interference in their democracy. The BJP, which has traditionally been strong in the state, faced a major setback in this byelection.
India Bloc's Performance
The Dehra byelection victory forms part of a larger trend of strong performance by the INDIA bloc in recent elections. The Trinamool Congress (TMC) won all four seats in West Bengal, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is leading in Punjab. In Tamil Nadu, the Congress ally Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) is ahead.
Bihar Surprise
In Bihar's Rupauli constituency, an unexpected twist occurred when an Independent candidate, Shivpujan Rai, emerged as the frontrunner. Rai, known for his social work, has taken a significant lead over the BJP's ally, the Janata Dal (United) (JD(U)).
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is Kamlesh Thakur?
Kamlesh Thakur is the wife of Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu.
2. Which party did Kamlesh Thakur represent in the Dehra byelection?
Kamlesh Thakur represented the Congress party in the Dehra byelection.
3. Who did Kamlesh Thakur defeat in the election?
Kamlesh Thakur defeated Hoshyar Singh of the BJP in the Dehra byelection.
4. What is the significance of the Dehra byelection victory for the Congress?
The Dehra byelection victory strengthens the Congress party's position in Himachal Pradesh and sends a message that the people of the state will not tolerate external interference in their democracy.
5. Which other parties made significant gains in recent elections?
In recent elections, the Trinamool Congress, Aam Aadmi Party, and Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam have all made significant gains.
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