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BJP Names Jay Dholakia for Nuapada By-Election Amid Odisha Poll Preparations

The BJP has officially named Jay Dholakia as their candidate for the Nuapada Assembly by-election in Odisha. Odisha's Chief Electoral Officer RS Gopalan has confirmed that all election preparations are complete with proper security arrangements. The voting process will feature real-time webcasting across all 358 polling booths to ensure complete transparency. Meanwhile, the BJP has also finalized candidates for several other state by-elections scheduled for 2025.

Key Points: BJP Candidate Jay Dholakia Nuapada Assembly By-Election Odisha

  • BJP announces Jay Dholakia as candidate for crucial Nuapada Assembly by-election
  • Odisha CEO confirms polling scheduled for November 11 with nomination period open
  • All 358 polling booths to feature real-time webcasting for transparency
  • Police arrangements confirmed as adequate for smooth electoral process
  • Multiple BJP candidates approved for by-elections across Jammu, Jharkhand, Telangana
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Odisha: BJP names Jay Dholakia as candidate for Nuapada Assembly By-Election

BJP selects Jay Dholakia for Nuapada Assembly by-election as Odisha CEO confirms November 11 polling with 358 webcast-equipped booths for transparency.

"Today, the Gazette notification has been formally published. From today till the 20th is the period for filing nominations. - Odisha CEO RS Gopalan"

Bhubaneswar, October 16

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has named Jay Dholakia as its candidate for the Nuapada Assembly by-election in Odisha on Wednesday.

In addition to Nuapada, the Central Election Committee of the Bharatiya Janata Party has approved several candidates for the 2025 Assembly by-elections in various states. Agha Syed Mohsin and Sushri Devyani Rana have been selected as candidates for the Budgam and Nagrota by-elections, respectively, in Jammu and Kashmir.

In Jharkhand, Babulal Soren has been named the candidate for the Ghatshila (ST) by-election. Meanwhile, in Telangana, Lanka Deepak Reddy has been nominated for the Jubilee Hills by-election.

Meanwhile, ahead of the Nuapada Assembly by-election, Odisha Chief Electoral Officer RS Gopalan confirmed that all arrangements are in place to ensure a smooth and transparent voting process.

Speaking to ANI on Monday, Gopalan announced that the official Gazette notification for the by-election has been published, formally initiating the electoral process."Today, the Gazette notification has been formally published. From today till the 20th is the period for filing nominations. We will accept nomination papers until the 20th...The scrutiny will be held on the 22nd, and the last date for withdrawal is the 24th. Polling will take place on November 11th. The campaign period will continue until 5 pm on November 9," Odisha CEO said.

Regarding the preparations, Gopalan stated, "All preparatory arrangements are being made, and police arrangements are also good."Odisha CEO added that all 358 polling booths in the constituency will be equipped with real-time webcasting facilities to ensure complete transparency during the voting process. .

- ANI

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Rohit P
As a resident of Odisha, I'm curious about Dholakia's background and what he brings to the table. Nuapada needs development in education and healthcare infrastructure. Hope he focuses on these areas.
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Arjun K
The election schedule is well planned. Webcasting at all 358 booths will definitely reduce malpractices. This is how democracy should function! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the transparency measures, I hope all parties focus on substantive issues rather than just political rhetoric. The people of Nuapada deserve development-oriented politics.
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Michael C
Interesting to see BJP's strategy across multiple states. The candidate selection in J&K and Jharkhand shows their pan-India approach. Hope this brings positive change to all these regions.
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Kavya N
Let's see what the opposition parties field. Healthy competition is good for democracy. The real winner should be the people of Nuapada! 🙏

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