The Puri Lok Sabha constituency in Odisha is witnessing a highly competitive triangular contest as the vote counting begins. The primary contenders are BJP’s Sambit Patra, BJD’s Arup Patnaik, and Congress’s Jay Narayan Patnaik. The constituency went to the polls on May 25 during the sixth phase of the 2024 general elections.
Key Highlights:
– Candidates: The main candidates are Sambit Patra from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Arup Patnaik from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), and Jay Narayan Patnaik from the Indian National Congress.
– Polling Phase: Puri participated in the sixth phase of the general elections on May 25, 2024.
– Exit Poll Projections: According to the exit poll, Sambit Patra is in a strong position against his rivals. This may signal an end to the BJD’s 15-year stronghold on the Puri seat, significantly impacting the regional political landscape for the next five years.
Current Scenario:
Early leads indicate that Sambit Patra is ahead of BJD’s Arup Patnaik. This development is being closely monitored, as it could herald a significant shift in the constituency’s political alignment.
