1. BJP ramps up for 2024 Lok Sabha Elections with fifth candidate list.
2. Rekha Patra, Sandeshkhali survivor, featured among 111 nominees.
3. Patra’s inclusion reflects BJP’s commitment to grassroots representation and empowerment.
Kolkata, March 25: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made significant strides in its preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024 with the release of its fifth candidate list, featuring 111 names across the nation.
Among these candidates is Rekha Patra, a housewife known for her resilience in the face of adversity, particularly as a survivor of violence in West Bengal’s Sandeshkhali region.
Rekha Patra’s inclusion in the BJP’s candidate list for Bengal, comprising 19 names, marks a poignant moment for the party.
She rose to prominence as a symbol of women’s protests in Sandeshkhali, where she courageously confronted the challenges of injustice and oppression.
Patra’s nomination is not only a testament to her strength but also reflects the BJP’s commitment to empowering grassroots voices.
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Expressing her gratitude for the opportunity, Rekha Patra affirmed her dedication to advocating for the victims of Sandeshkhali.
Her candidacy for the Basirhat Lok Sabha seat underscores the BJP’s resolve to champion the cause of justice and upliftment for marginalized communities.
In the electoral arena, Rekha Patra will face competition from TMC’s candidate Nurul Islam, replacing the incumbent MP Nusrat Jahan.
This electoral battle symbolizes a clash of ideologies and visions for the future of Bengal, with Patra representing the BJP’s platform of empowerment and accountability.
Amit Malviya, the BJP’s national convener of the IT cell, hailed Rekha Patra’s nomination as a “strong statement” from the saffron party.
He emphasized the BJP’s unwavering support for the women of Sandeshkhali and Bengal, highlighting the need for genuine empathy and action from political leaders.
The BJP’s strategic maneuvers in Bengal have sparked intrigue and surprise among political observers.
Notably, former Calcutta High Court judge Abhijit Ganguly has been nominated from Tamluk, challenging the stronghold of Suvendu Adhikari and his family.
Additionally, the party has made strategic reassignments, including shifting Dilip Ghosh from Medinipur to Bardhaman-Durgapur and relocating former Union minister Debasree Chowdhury from Raiganj to South Kolkata.
Dilip Ghosh, entrusted with the Bardhaman-Durgapur seat, expressed determination to fulfill his party’s expectations and secure victory in the face of challenges.
Similarly, Debasree Chowdhury affirmed her commitment to the party’s decisions, highlighting her track record of confronting formidable opponents with unwavering loyalty.
As the electoral landscape in Bengal evolves, the BJP’s bold moves and strategic nominations underscore its determination to expand its footprint and drive meaningful change in the state’s political landscape.
With candidates like Rekha Patra leading the charge, the BJP aims to amplify the voices of the marginalized and usher in a new era of progress and prosperity for all.
