Madhya Pradesh Assembly Election 2023

A noteworthy backdrop to these elections is the political turbulence that unfolded in March 2020, leading to the collapse of the Congress-led state government. The defection of 22 Congress MLAs, including Jyotiraditya Scindia, to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) triggered the crisis, resulting in the resignation of Chief Minister Kamal Nath. Subsequently, BJP assumed power, with Shivraj Singh Chouhan taking over as Chief Minister.

The electoral battle in 2023 saw key players, with BJP, led by Shivraj Singh Chouhan, contesting against the Indian National Congress, under the leadership of Kamal Nath. Other significant participants include the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP+), Gondwana Ganatantra Party, Azad Samaj Party, Samajwadi Party, Aam Aadmi Party, Janata Dal (United), Communist Party of India, Communist Party of India (Marxist), and All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen.

The Election Commission of India, on October 9, 2023, announced the election schedule, including key dates such as the notification date (October 21, 2023), the last date for filing nominations (October 30, 2023), and the date of polling (November 17, 2023). The counting of votes is set for December 3, 2023.

The BJP, in its campaign led by Union Minister Amit Shah, unveiled a comprehensive manifesto covering crucial sectors. The promises include support for agriculture, free education till Class 12th, affordable electricity, healthcare investment, housing schemes, LPG cylinders at a subsidized rate, and modernization of transportation infrastructure.

On the other hand, Congress, led by Priyanka Gandhi, launched its campaign in Jabalpur, focusing on issues like scams, job promises, and unveiled a manifesto featuring farm loan waivers, fair crop prices, free education, employment generation, healthcare reforms, and initiatives for women empowerment.

Both parties are vying for voter attention with compelling manifestos and campaign strategies, making the Madhya Pradesh Assembly elections a closely watched political event. As the state eagerly awaits the election results on December 3, the political landscape is poised for a potential shift in power or the continuation of the current leadership. Stay tuned for live updates, exit polls, and the latest news surrounding the Madhya Pradesh Assembly election on this historic December 3 announcement