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NDA Candidates to File Rajya Sabha Nominations March 5, Confident of Sweep

Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi announced that all National Democratic Alliance candidates for the Rajya Sabha will file their nominations on March 5. The BJP has released its first list of candidates for the biennial elections across six states, including Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal. The Election Commission stated polling will be held on March 16 to fill 37 seats whose terms end in April 2026. The announcement coincided with Holi celebrations where BJP leaders emphasized the festival's significance and extended greetings.

Key Points: NDA Rajya Sabha Candidates File Nominations March 5 | Bihar BJP

  • NDA candidates file March 5
  • BJP releases first candidate list
  • Polling scheduled for March 16
  • Elections fill 37 seats across 10 states
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All NDA candidates will file nominations on March 5: Bihar BJP chief Sanjay Saraogi on Rajya Sabha nominations

Bihar BJP chief announces all NDA candidates for Rajya Sabha polls will file nominations on March 5. BJP releases first candidate list for six states.

"All NDA candidates will file their nominations on the 5th and NDA candidates will win all seats. - Sanjay Saraogi"

Patna, March 3

Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi on Tuesday announced that all National Democratic Alliance candidates for the Rajya Sabha will file nominations on March 5, scheduled for March 16, with the NDA confident of winning all seats.

Speaking with ANI, he said, "All NDA candidates will file their nominations on the 5th and NDA candidates will win all seats."

Meanwhile, the BJP on Tuesday released its first list of candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha biennial elections, clearing nine names across six states.

According to an official press release, the announcement was made by the party's Central Election Committee from its New Delhi headquarters.

From Bihar, the party has selected BJP National President Nitin Nabin and Shivesh Kumar. In Assam, the nominees are Terash Gowalla and Jogen Mohan, while in Chhattisgarh, Laxmi Verma will be contesting. Haryana's candidate is Sanjay Bhatia. Odisha will have Manmohan Samal and Sujeet Kumar representing the party, and from West Bengal, Rahul Sinha has been chosen.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced that polling for the upcoming Rajya Sabha biennial elections will be held on March 16, with vote counting the same day at 5 pm and the process concluding by March 20.

The elections will fill 37 seats across 10 states - Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Telangana - whose members' terms end in April 2026.

The notification was issued on February 26, commencing the election process, while the last date for nominations is March 5, scrutiny on March 6, and withdrawal by March 9.

Bihar BJP celebrated Holi with National President Nitin Nabin, Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, and other leaders. Party President Sanjay Saraogi emphasised the significance of the day, saying it's a big day for Bihar and BJP workers.

"This is a big day for Bihar and BJP workers. This year, we celebrated Holi with our national president... Let's all celebrate this joyous festival together," said Sanjay Saraogi.

BJP President Nitin Nabin said that the festival of Holi feels incomplete without visiting Bihar and celebrating it with family members, party workers and the people of the state.

"The festival of Holi is incomplete without visiting Bihar. The joy of celebrating Holi at home, with family, in one's constituency, and with workers and the people of Bihar is simply amazing. This is a festival that not only colours every home but also fills it with happiness and mutual brotherhood. I extend my heartfelt greetings for Holi to all the people of Bihar and the country. During Holi, evil is defeated and goodness triumphs. May Bihar move towards goodness and development", he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
While political strategy is important, I wish the article focused more on the candidates' actual agendas for the Rajya Sabha. What will Shivesh Kumar or Nitin Nabin specifically advocate for? We need more than just election dates and festival greetings.
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Rohit P
Confident of winning all seats? That's a bold statement. Let's see how the opposition reacts. The timing with Holi is interesting – mixing politics and festival spirit. Jai Bihar! 🙏
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Anjali F
It's good to have the schedule clear. March 16 is the key date. I hope whoever wins works for the people and not just party politics. We need strong voices in the Rajya Sabha for federal issues.
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Michael C
Following Indian politics from abroad. The Rajya Sabha (Upper House) elections are always a complex affair of state arithmetic. The BJP's confidence suggests strong numbers in the state assemblies. An efficient electoral process.
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Karthik V
"Holi feels incomplete without visiting Bihar" – I like that sentiment from Nitin Nabin. It shows connection to the grassroots. But ultimately, performance in Parliament is what will count. Let's hope for productive sessions ahead.

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