Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Odisha By-election: Nuapada Gears Up for High-Stakes Polls Amidst Harvest
In Nuapada, Odisha, a special election is happening on November 11.
Farmers are busy harvesting their crops, but they are also talking a lot about which leader will be the best choice.
Three main parties have candidates: the BJP, the Congress, and the BJD.
Some people like the BJP candidate because they want to continue the work his father started.
Others feel the Congress candidate is a strong local leader who has always supported the people.
The BJD also has a candidate, and important political leaders from each party are coming to campaign.
It's a very important election for this area with many voters.
Nuapada assembly constituency is preparing for a by-election on November 11, occurring during the paddy harvest season.
The main candidates are Jay Dholakia of the BJP, Ghasiram Majhi of the Congress, and Snehangini Chhuria of the BJD.
Voter sentiment is divided, with some supporting the BJP candidate to honor his late father's legacy, while others question his party switch.
The Congress candidate is seen by some as a dedicated tribal leader with a history of perseverance.
Key political figures including Odisha's Chief Minister and former CM Naveen Patnaik are expected to campaign in the constituency.
- Who
- Jay Dholakia (BJP), Ghasiram Majhi (Congress), Snehangini Chhuria (BJD)
- What
- A by-election campaign is underway for the Nuapada Assembly Constituency.
- When
- The by-election is scheduled for November 11, amidst the paddy harvest season.
- Where
- Nuapada Assembly Constituency, Odisha
- Why
- To elect a new representative for the Nuapada Assembly Constituency.
- Constituency
- Nuapada Assembly Constituency
- By-poll Date
- November 11
- Total Voters
- 2,53,624
- Men Voters
- 1,24,108
- Women Voters
- 1,29,495
- Third Gender Voters
- 21