Shiv Sena Congress Supriya Sule How Sharad Pawar Became Maharashtra Opposition's Rajya Sabha Candidate: Inside Story The decision to field Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar as the opposition's candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls in Maharashtra was taken after a series of discussions between top leaders of the Shiv Sena and the Congress. According to sources, the idea of nominating Pawar was floated by Supriya Sule, the daughter of NCP patriarch Pawar. Sule is said to have impressed upon her party colleagues that fielding her father would be an ideal way to counterbalance the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) strong presence in the Rajya Sabha. The Congress had been looking for a suitable candidate to take on the BJP, and Sule's proposal was seen as an opportunity to unite the opposition. The Shiv Sena and the Congress have been working together in the Maharashtra Assembly, with the two parties sharing power at the state level. Their relationship has been smooth sailing so far, and the decision to field Pawar was seen as a natural progression of their partnership. Pawar's experience in parliament, his reputation for being an effective voice against the ruling party, and his stature in Indian politics made him an attractive choice for the opposition. The NCP chief is known for his ability to bring people together, and it was hoped that he would be able to do the same in the Rajya Sabha. The decision to field Pawar was also seen as a way to send out a strong message to the BJP and its allies. The ruling party has been trying to consolidate power at the Centre and in states, and the opposition wanted to make it clear that they were not going to go down without a...#Congress #Supriya_Sule #Sharad_Pawar #Shiv_Sena #Lok_Sabha #Nationalist_Congress_Party_NCP #Bharatiya_Janata_Party_BJP #Maharashtra_Assembly
Nitin Nabin Set For Rajya Sabha Entry: Math Behind 1st BJP Candidate List The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has shortlisted Nitin Nabin, a close aide of Union Minister Piyush Goyal, as its first candidate for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls. Sources within the party confirm that Nabin's name is at the top of the list, considering his impressive track record in mobilizing resources and network in Delhi. The math behind the BJP's decision to choose Nabin as its first candidate becomes clear when one looks at his background. A former member of the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee (DPCC), Nabin joined the BJP just over a year ago and quickly became known for his organizational skills, which helped him win several key seats in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Nabin's induction into the Rajya Sabha will be seen as a strategic move by the party to strengthen its presence in Delhi. The city is crucial for the BJP's electoral fortunes, and with Nabin on board, the party hopes to gain an edge over its rivals, particularly the Congress. While some within the party may see Nabin's elevation as a reward for his loyalty and hard work, others believe it's a calculated move by the BJP leadership to create a fresh narrative. With Nabin set to join the Rajya Sabha, the party can claim that it has an "outsider" who is not beholden to any particular faction or region. In a statement, the BJP confirmed that Nabin was among its top candidates for the upcoming polls. However, party sources indicated that his name was at the top of the list, making him the first choice for Rajya Sabha entry. Nitin Nabin's journey from being a Congress leader to becoming a key player in the BJP is a testament to the party's ability to attract talent and adaptability. His induction into the...#Piyush_Goyal #Rajya_Sabha #Lok_Sabha #Nitin_Nabin #Bharatiya_Janata_Party_BJP #Delhi_Pradesh_Congress_Committee_DPCC
