Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:48pm on 20 Dec 2023,Wednesday Politics
The opposition bloc in INDIA explores formidable contenders to challenge Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi during the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Sources reveal that two prominent names proposed are Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. Varanasi, a stronghold for the BJP since 1991, poses a significant challenge for the opposition. The deliberations come amid discussions on seat-sharing within the opposition bloc, aiming to break BJP's dominance in the constituency. The choice of candidate remains crucial in the face of Modi's electoral prowess and the BJP's successful campaign strategies.