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Congress to Finalize Candidate for Tamil Nadu Rajya Sabha Seat
Congress central body to pick candidate for TN Rajya Sabha seat: Chodankar
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The Congress party will determine its candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat allocated in Tamil Nadu through its central election authority, as confirmed by Girish Chodankar. The election is set for June 18, with results announced the same day.
- 01The Congress party's candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat in Tamil Nadu will be decided by its central election authority.
- 02The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has allocated its quota for the Rajya Sabha seat to Congress.
- 03Elections for 24 Rajya Sabha seats across ten states are scheduled, with nominations open until June 8.
- 04The election for the Tamil Nadu seat is scheduled for June 18, with results announced on the same day.
- 05Chodankar proposed a 'Goa House' in Velankanni to assist Goan pilgrims with accommodation issues.
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In Tamil Nadu, the Congress party will finalize its candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat through its central election authority, as stated by Girish Chodankar, the party's Election In-Charge for the state. The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has decided to allocate its quota for the upcoming Rajya Sabha seat to Congress. The election for this seat is set to take place on June 18, with results announced on the same day. Additionally, the Election Commission has issued a notification for biennial elections to 24 Rajya Sabha seats across ten states, with the nomination process currently underway until June 8. Chodankar also addressed the accommodation challenges faced by Goan pilgrims visiting Velankanni, proposing the establishment of a 'Goa House' to facilitate their stay, which received a positive response from the Chief Minister.
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The decision regarding the Congress candidate for the Rajya Sabha seat could influence political representation in Tamil Nadu.
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