{"id":2229,"date":"2024-05-02T08:11:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T02:41:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/?p=2229"},"modified":"2026-02-26T00:42:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:12:34","slug":"suspense-over-congresss-candidates-for-amethi-and-rae-bareli-lok-sabha-constituencies-set-to-end-today-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/suspense-over-congresss-candidates-for-amethi-and-rae-bareli-lok-sabha-constituencies-set-to-end-today-1\/","title":{"rendered":"Suspense Over Congress\u2019s Candidates for Amethi and Rae Bareli Lok Sabha Constituencies Set to End Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p><strong>New Delhi, May 2, 2024<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 The political landscape in Uttar Pradesh is abuzz with anticipation as the Congress party prepares to announce its candidates for the\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>\u00a0Lok Sabha constituencies. These two seats hold immense significance as they have been traditional bastions for the Nehru-Gandhi family.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 953px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/img.republicworld.com\/tr:w-600,q-75,f-auto\/rimages\/rahulpriyanka-171065750977216_9.webp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/img.republicworld.com\/tr:w-600,q-75,f-auto\/rimages\/rahulpriyanka-171065750977216_9.webp\" alt=\"Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.\" width=\"953\" height=\"537\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<h2><strong>Background<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p>Both\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>\u00a0have a rich political legacy associated with the Gandhi family. Here\u2019s a brief overview:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"entity-image-inline-item\">\n<div class=\"entity-image\">\n<div class=\"shower-glass\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"overlay-image\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"entity-explore-pill\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Amethi<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Represented by former party president\u00a0<strong>Rahul Gandhi<\/strong>\u00a0since 2004,\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0was synonymous with the Gandhi family\u2019s political influence.<\/li>\n<li>However, in an unexpected turn of events, Rahul Gandhi faced defeat in the 2019 elections, losing to BJP\u2019s\u00a0<strong>Smriti Irani<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Speculation is rife that Rahul Gandhi will once again contest from\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>, possibly alongside his current constituency, Kerala\u2019s\u00a0<strong>Wayanad<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Sonia Gandhi<\/strong>, former Congress president, has held the\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>\u00a0seat since 2004.<\/li>\n<li>Now, all eyes are on\u00a0<strong>Priyanka Gandhi Vadra<\/strong>, Congress General Secretary, as her entry into electoral politics is anticipated.<\/li>\n<li>However, discussions within the party suggest hesitancy towards fielding all three Gandhi family members in parliament, considering the \u201cdynastic politics\u201d charge often leveled by the BJP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<h2>Delay in decision of Congress regarding Amethi and Rae Bareli but determination<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p>Despite the delay in announcing the candidates, Congress leaders remain undeterred. Senior party leader\u00a0<strong>Jairam Ramesh<\/strong>\u00a0assured that there is no fear, and discussions are ongoing. The decision now rests with the\u00a0<strong>Congress Election Committee (CEC)<\/strong>. Here are the key points:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Deliberations and Discussions<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>The Congress Election Committee (CEC) has been engaged in extensive deliberations. Party leaders are carefully considering various factors, including candidate profiles, local dynamics, and electoral prospects.<\/li>\n<li>The delay in announcing the candidates is not a sign of indecisiveness but rather a reflection of the party\u2019s thorough approach. They recognize the significance of these constituencies and want to make informed choices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Historical Context<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Both\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>\u00a0have historical ties to the Nehru-Gandhi family. These seats have been represented by stalwarts like\u00a0<strong>Rajiv Gandhi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Sonia Gandhi<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The legacy associated with these constituencies adds weight to the decision-making process. The Congress aims to uphold its tradition while adapting to the evolving political landscape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Challenges and Expectations<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>The BJP\u2019s victory in\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0during the 2019 elections was a significant setback for the Congress. The party is keen on reclaiming this seat, which holds immense sentimental value.<\/li>\n<li>In\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>, Sonia Gandhi\u2019s consistent wins have reinforced the party\u2019s resolve. Now, with the possibility of\u00a0<strong>Priyanka Gandhi Vadra<\/strong>\u00a0entering the fray, expectations are high.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strategic Considerations<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>The Congress faces the delicate task of balancing legacy with pragmatism. While the Gandhi family\u2019s presence is crucial, they also want to address criticism of \u201cdynastic politics.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>The upcoming Lok Sabha elections will test the party\u2019s ability to navigate these complexities and present a united front.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<h2><strong>Nomination Deadline Looms<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p>The suspense will finally end today, just one day before the nomination deadline (May 3). The Gandhi family\u2019s popularity remains intact, with lakhs of people attending their public meetings. The selection of candidates for these key constituencies is crucial for the opposition\u00a0<strong>INDIA<\/strong>\u00a0bloc, as the Congress contests 17 out of Uttar Pradesh\u2019s 80 Lok Sabha seats in alliance with the Samajwadi Party and other regional outfits<a class=\"ac-anchor sup-target\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/india-news\/all-eyes-on-amethi-rae-bareli-as-congress-to-announce-candidates-today-5569109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-citationid=\"95075e0f-0157-1920-ff64-f083be941585-71\" aria-label=\"1: INDIA\"><sup class=\"citation-sup\">1<\/sup><\/a><a class=\"ac-anchor\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtv.com\/india-news\/all-eyes-on-amethi-rae-bareli-as-congress-to-announce-candidates-today-5569109\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<h2><strong>Historical Significance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p>The Nehru-Gandhi family has a storied history in both\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>. From\u00a0<strong>Feroze Gandhi<\/strong>\u00a0to\u00a0<strong>Indira Gandhi<\/strong>, several family members have left their mark on these constituencies. While the party has occasionally abstained from contesting the seats, the legacy continues to shape political narratives in Uttar Pradesh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ac-textBlock\">\n<p>As the suspense lifts, all eyes are on the Congress\u2019s choices for these iconic constituencies. The battle for\u00a0<strong>Amethi<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Rae Bareli<\/strong>\u00a0promises to be closely watched in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>For More News Updates Follow Us on <a href=\"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/\">Read Now News<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Delhi, May 2, 2024\u00a0\u2014 The political landscape in Uttar Pradesh is abuzz with anticipation as the Congress party prepares to announce its candidates for the\u00a0Amethi\u00a0and\u00a0Rae Bareli\u00a0Lok Sabha constituencies. These two seats hold immense significance as they have been traditional bastions for the Nehru-Gandhi family. Background Both\u00a0Amethi\u00a0and\u00a0Rae Bareli\u00a0have a rich political legacy associated with the [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2230,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28,1,12,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2229","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-article","category-blog","category-home","category-trending"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2229","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2229"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2229\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2231,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2229\/revisions\/2231"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2230"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2229"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2229"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/readnownews.in\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2229"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}