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Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren to Decide on Second Rajya Sabha Candidate
Rajya Sabha polls: Jharkhand CM to decide on second candidate, says Min
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Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren will determine the candidate for the second Rajya Sabha seat from Madhya Pradesh. The decision follows a meeting with party leaders, and discussions with coalition partners are expected to clarify the candidate choice.
- 01Jharkhand Minister Yogendra Prasad confirmed that the decision for the second Rajya Sabha candidate rests with Chief Minister Hemant Soren.
- 02The first candidate, Baidyanath Ram, has been announced, marking a significant milestone for the Palamu region.
- 03JMM leaders expressed full confidence in Soren's decision-making authority regarding the second seat.
- 04Congress observers have arrived in Ranchi, signaling potential collaboration between the JMM and Congress.
- 05The Election Commission has scheduled biennial elections for 24 Rajya Sabha seats across ten states, with nominations open until June 8.
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In a recent meeting at Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's residence in Ranchi, it was confirmed that the decision regarding the second Rajya Sabha candidate from Madhya Pradesh will be made by the CM. Jharkhand Minister Yogendra Prasad stated that discussions have occurred, and the party has acted as proposers for the officially declared candidate, Baidyanath Ram, who represents a breakthrough for the Palamu region. JMM leaders, including Hafizul Hasan Ansari, expressed their full confidence in Soren's leadership regarding the candidate selection for the second seat, which will be finalized after discussions with coalition partners. Meanwhile, Congress observers Bhupesh Baghel and Ajay Sharma have arrived in Ranchi, indicating a potential easing of tensions between the JMM and Congress. The Election Commission has initiated the process for biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats from various states, with the last date for nominations set for June 8.
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The decision on the Rajya Sabha candidates can influence local representation and political dynamics in Jharkhand.
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