BJP announces names of candidates for by-polls for 2 Rajya Sabha seats

In Gujarat, BJP yesterday announced the names of candidates for the by-polls for two Rajya Sabha seats. The by-polls will be held on 1st of March.

 

Senior party leader Dinesh Anavadiya and Ram Mokariya, will contest the by-polls. Mr Anavadiya, is also the state BJP's OBC Morcha



President. 

Meanwhile, Congress is yet to announce the names of candidates for the by-polls.

 

The by-elections for two Rajya Sabha seats in Gujarat was necessitated following the demise of Congress leader Ahmed Patel and BJP leader Abhay Bhardwaj.