Congress Breaks BJP's Stronghold in Khadia, Ahmedabad
Khadia upset breaks BJP’s hold in ‘gadh’ that saw its rise
The Indian Express
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In a historic shift, the Congress party has won the Khadia ward in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, ending the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) dominance since 1972. The BJP secured 59% of the overall vote in the recent municipal elections but lost Khadia, where Congress increased its representation from 28 to 32 seats.
- 01Congress won the Khadia ward, breaking BJP's long-standing hold since 1972.
- 02The BJP captured 59% of the overall votes in the municipal elections but lost key strongholds.
- 03The election saw Congress improve its seat count from 28 to 32 in Khadia.
- 04BJP leaders attribute their loss to demographic changes and a significant drop in voter turnout.
- 05Khadia has historical significance as the birthplace of the BJP in Gujarat and is rich in heritage.
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The recent municipal elections in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, marked a significant political shift as the Congress party won the Khadia ward, a stronghold of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) since its inception in 1972. Despite the BJP winning 160 out of 192 seats in Ahmedabad and securing 59% of the overall vote, it lost Khadia, where Congress increased its representation from 28 to 32 seats. This loss is particularly notable given Khadia's historical significance, being the birthplace of the BJP and home to many heritage structures. Local leaders attribute the BJP's defeat to demographic changes and a 60% reduction in voter turnout from a specific community. The BJP's long-standing dominance in Khadia has been challenged, reflecting changing political sentiments in the region.
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The shift in political power in Khadia could lead to changes in local governance and community engagement, affecting residents' lives and services.
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