BHUBANESWAR: In a significant move ahead of the crucial 71-Nuapada Assembly by-election, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has unveiled a powerful list of 40 star campaigners. The campaign will be spearheaded by the party president and former Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, signaling the party's intent to secure a decisive victory.
The BJD formally submitted the extensive list to the Election Commission of India (ECI), adhering to the official by-election schedule. This strategic announcement sets the stage for an intense electoral battle in the Odisha constituency.
Senior party figures and former ministers who will rally support include Prasanna Acharya, Debi Prasad Mishra, Ranendra Pratap Swain, and Niranjan Pujari. Other prominent leaders such as Dr. Arun Kumar Sahoo, Pratap Deb, and Pranab Prakash Das also feature prominently on the list. This collective experience is expected to form the core of the BJD's outreach.
Notably, the campaign squad includes a strong contingent of women leaders, such as Tukuni Sahu, Sulata Deo, Lekhashri Samantsinghar, Subasini Jena, Deepali Das, and Manorama Mohanty. Their involvement is central to the party's plan to engage with women voters, a key demographic in the constituency.
The by-election in the 71-Nuapada constituency became necessary following a vacancy in the Assembly seat. With the campaign period about to commence, all major political players are finalizing their strategies. The BJD, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Indian National Congress are preparing for a vigorous contest to win the support of the local electorate.
The deployment of such a large and high-profile team of campaigners by the BJD indicates that the party is leaving no stone unturned. As the political activity intensifies in Nuapada, this by-election is poised to be a key test of strength for the major parties in Odisha.
The BJD formally submitted the extensive list to the Election Commission of India (ECI), adhering to the official by-election schedule. This strategic announcement sets the stage for an intense electoral battle in the Odisha constituency.
A Blend of Experience and Youth
The composition of the BJD's campaign team demonstrates a deliberate strategy to combine seasoned veterans with emerging voices. The list ensures wide representation from different regions and communities within the state, aiming to connect with a broad voter base.Senior party figures and former ministers who will rally support include Prasanna Acharya, Debi Prasad Mishra, Ranendra Pratap Swain, and Niranjan Pujari. Other prominent leaders such as Dr. Arun Kumar Sahoo, Pratap Deb, and Pranab Prakash Das also feature prominently on the list. This collective experience is expected to form the core of the BJD's outreach.
A Diverse and Representative Campaign Team
The party has also included several other influential leaders to bolster its campaign. Key names from the list include Atanu Sabyasachi Nayak, Pratap Jena, Sanjay Kumar Das Burma, Dibya Shankar Mishra, and Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo. The participation of leaders like Puspendra Singh Deo, Priti Ranjan Gharai, and Ramesh Majhi underscores the party's focus on representing various local and community interests.Notably, the campaign squad includes a strong contingent of women leaders, such as Tukuni Sahu, Sulata Deo, Lekhashri Samantsinghar, Subasini Jena, Deepali Das, and Manorama Mohanty. Their involvement is central to the party's plan to engage with women voters, a key demographic in the constituency.
Campaign to Focus on Development and Governance
According to party officials, the BJD's campaign message will center on its record of development and the implementation of numerous welfare schemes. The leadership of Naveen Patnaik, who served as Chief Minister for over two decades, will be a central theme. Campaigners will highlight the stability and pro-people initiatives undertaken by the previous BJD government.The by-election in the 71-Nuapada constituency became necessary following a vacancy in the Assembly seat. With the campaign period about to commence, all major political players are finalizing their strategies. The BJD, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), and the Indian National Congress are preparing for a vigorous contest to win the support of the local electorate.
The deployment of such a large and high-profile team of campaigners by the BJD indicates that the party is leaving no stone unturned. As the political activity intensifies in Nuapada, this by-election is poised to be a key test of strength for the major parties in Odisha.

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