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JMM's Mahua Maji Optimistic About Rajya Sabha Elections in Jharkhand
Jharkhand RS polls: JMM's Mahua Maji confident of winning both seats
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Mahua Maji of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha expressed strong confidence in winning both Rajya Sabha seats in the upcoming elections on June 18, supported by adequate MLA signatures and alliances with Congress and other parties.
- 01Mahua Maji believes JMM has sufficient support with the required signatures from 10 MLAs to secure victory in the Rajya Sabha elections.
- 02JMM's candidate Baidyanath Ram will contest alongside Congress's Pranav Jha for the two available seats.
- 03Maji criticized the BJP for lacking integrity and accused them of attempting horse-trading despite insufficient numbers.
- 04Congress MP Shukhdeo Bhagat echoed concerns about BJP's tactics and expressed confidence in the INDIA alliance's chances to win both seats.
- 05The elections are scheduled for June 18, with the JMM and Congress forming a strategic alliance to maximize their chances.
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Mahua Maji, a member of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), expressed confidence in winning both Rajya Sabha seats during the elections set for June 18. She emphasized that the party, led by president Hemant Soren, has gathered the necessary signatures from 10 MLAs, ensuring their ability to secure victory. Maji noted that the chosen candidate is well-regarded within the party, and this selection sets a positive example. She also highlighted the importance of integrity in the electoral process, particularly criticizing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for lacking honesty. Meanwhile, Congress MP Shukhdeo Bhagat accused the BJP of attempting horse-trading, despite their numerical disadvantage. The JMM has nominated MLA Baidyanath Ram, while Congress will field Pranav Jha. The alliance between JMM and Congress aims to consolidate support and increase their chances of winning both seats in the Upper House.
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The outcome of the Rajya Sabha elections will influence political dynamics in Jharkhand, particularly the strength of the INDIA alliance against the BJP.
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