Azamgarh Lok Sabha Election 2024 Result Highlights: Dharmendra Yadav of the Samajwadi Party (SP) has claimed a decisive victory in Azamgarh, defeating Dinesh Nirahua of the BJP by 161,035 votes. Yadav secured a total of 508,239 votes.
The Azamgarh Lok Sabha Constituency in Uttar Pradesh, a significant player in Indian politics, is preparing for highly anticipated results of the Lok Sabha elections 2024. In Azamgarh, elections took place on May 25.
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Representing the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) is Bhim Rajbhar, a candidate with deep roots in the region’s socio-political fabric. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Dinesh Lal Yadav ‘Nirahua’, a well-known figure not just in politics but also in Bhojpuri cinema. Meanwhile, the Samajwadi Party (SP) is banking on Dharmendra Yadav, a seasoned politician with significant experience in Uttar Pradesh politics.
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Azamgarh went to the polls on May 25. The voter turnout and initial impressions indicate a highly competitive race.
As we await the commencement of vote counting by the Election Commission for the Azamgarh Lok Sabha seat in the 2024 general elections, it's worthwhile to revisit the outcome of the previous election in this constituency. In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls, Azamgarh witnessed a significant victory for the Samajwadi Party (SP). The party's national president and former Uttar Pradesh, Akhilesh Yadav, contested from this seat and emerged triumphant. Yadav secured a commanding mandate, garnering an impressive 6,21,578 votes, underlining his strong political base in the region.
His primary challenger was Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as "Nirahua," who represented the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Despite being a well-known Bhojpuri film star, Nirahua trailed behind, securing 3,61,704 votes. The substantial margin of nearly 2.6 lakh votes between the two candidates highlighted Akhilesh Yadav's overwhelming popularity in Azamgarh at that time.
The second phase on April 26 recorded a 66.71% turnout across 89 constituencies.
The first phase of the elections on April 19 saw a voter turnout of 66.14% across 102 constituencies.
Despite its rich history, Azamgarh faces significant development challenges, including inadequate infrastructure. Poor educational and healthcare facilities are central to the electoral discourse, with candidates promising improvements.
Established as a district in 1832, Azamgarh boasts a rich historical and cultural heritage, with notable sites like Devlatt and Durvasa Ashram.
The remaining electorate includes Bhumihar, Thakur, Brahmin, and Kayasth communities, contributing to the diverse socio-political landscape of Azamgarh.
The Dalit community makes up about 19% of Azamgarh's voters. The Bahujan Samaj Party aims to mobilize this segment effectively.
The Muslim community, accounting for approximately 17% of the electorate, often plays a decisive role in Azamgarh's electoral outcomes.
The Yadav-OBC community, constituting around 21% of Azamgarh's voters, traditionally leans towards the Samajwadi Party. Their vote will be crucial.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has fielded Dinesh Lal Yadav 'Nirahua', a prominent figure in Bhojpuri cinema and politics.
Representing the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) is Bhim Rajbhar, a candidate with strong regional ties and a deep understanding of local socio-political dynamics
Azamgarh went to the polls on May 25. The voter turnout and initial impressions indicate a highly competitive race.
Azamgarh, located in eastern Uttar Pradesh on the banks of the Tamsa River, is one of the 80 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state. It comprises five Assembly constituencies and is bordered by districts including Mau, Gorakhpur, Ghazipur, Jaunpur, Sultanpur, and Ambedkar Nagar. The constituency primarily consists of Yadav-OBC, Muslim, and Dalit communities. Despite its rich history, Azamgarh is considered one of the most backward districts in Uttar Pradesh.
The political landscape of Azamgarh has seen various parties gaining ground over the years. In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav won the seat, but it fell vacant after he decided to contest the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. In the subsequent by-election, BJP candidate Dinesh Lal Yadav Nirahua won the seat. In 2014, Mulayam Singh Yadav had won the seat, defeating BJP's Ramakant Yadav.
The Azamgarh Lok Sabha Constituency in Uttar Pradesh is gearing up for the highly anticipated results of the 2024 elections. Stay tuned for live updates!