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Congress’ twin plank of OBC outreach and welfarism does not enthuse voters in the Hindi heartland

The Congress party’s inability to defeat the BJP in a direct contest on the plank of social justice and welfare politics may force the party to recalibrate its strategy

The Hindu

Congress high command to take a call on Chhattisgarh leadership, says Singh Deo

Senior Congress leader and Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister T.S. Singh Deo said that the party’s high command will take a final call on leadership if it returns to power as speculations around a “2.5-year [power-sharing] formula” were not good

The Hindu

Burden of promises: Everything you need to know on welfare schemes in poll-bound states

Free laptops, scooty, gas cylinders and education, and loan waivers – the assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan and Mizoram ushered in a barrage of ‘freebies’, with the most on offer in Chhattisgarh, MP and Telangana.

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Man who ‘carried money to deliver to CM Baghel’ denies ED allegations

Asim Das refutes ED's claim of delivering cash to Chhattisgarh CM. His lawyer submitted a letter denying the allegations. ED seized ₹5.39 crore from him. He claims money was given to him to start a business. ED seeks extension of his judicial custody to trace money trail.

The Hindu

SC order on Jheeram valley attack sparks fresh political wrangling in Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh politics sees renewed wrangling after SC dismisses NIA plea against police probe into 2013 Jheeram Valley attack. Congress welcomes verdict, BJP seeks to thwart attempts to gain political mileage. CM Baghel accuses BJP of obstructing investigation, ex-CM Singh says matter will be probed after formation of BJP govt. Victims…

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Bhupesh Baghel: Social justice champion or protector of caste elite interests?

Bhupesh Baghel has been described in the media as a person with bigger ambitions than returning as the chief minister of Chhattisgarh in the ongoing assembly elections.

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Voter turnout crosses 74% in Chhattisgarh, M.P. Assembly polls

Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh polls: Tight security, violence reported; provisional turnout 75.41% & 74% respectively. Jawan killed in Naxalite blast, woman died in queue and man in elephant attack. Bigwigs in fray, BJP accused of distributing money and liquor. ECI asked to take action against Home Minister's statement. BJP CM…

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Chhattisgarh polls: 68.15% voter turnout recorded in second phase till 5 pm

RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh recorded a moderate voter turnout in the second and final phase with 68.15 percent of the 1.63 crore voters exercising their franchise to elect their representatives from 70 constituencies on Friday.

The Times of India

Voting underway for second phase of assembly polls in Chhattisgarh

Voting for the second phase of assembly polls in Chhattisgarh began on Friday for seventy constituencies. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh CMs both in the fray in November 17 polling

Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh to vote on November 17, 2023, for 70 and 36 seats respectively. Chief Ministers Bhupesh Baghel and Shivraj Singh Chouhan contest in Patan and Budhni.

The Hindu

Gandhi family filled its coffers by destroying poor people, alleges Smriti Irani in Chhattisgarh

Union Min. Irani slams Cong. for destroying poor in Chhattisgarh by getting them addicted to betting & liquor. She appeals to people not to support those who insulted Lord Mahadev, made false promises & challenged existence of Lord Ram. Urges them to vote for BJP's Arun Sao.

The Hindu

Morning Digest | EAM Jaishankar meets newly appointed U.K. Foreign Secretary David Cameron; Delhi most polluted city in world, says Swiss survey, and more

Morning digest | External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with former U.K. Prime Minister and newly appointed Foreign Secretary David Cameron during his official visit to London.

The Hindu

Bhupesh Baghel and the subtle art of keeping voters distracted

The 88-year-old father of Bhupesh Baghel, the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh and the Congress party’s Other Backward Castes mascot in the Hindi belt, was dismissed as a crank by political experts we spoke to, when we discovered that the father was sent to jail by his son’s government in September…

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Countdown has started for exit of Congress government in Chhattisgarh: PM Modi

Chhattisgarh Assembly Election: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hitS out at the Congress over corruption and said the countdown has begun for the exit of its government in Chhattisgarh.

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Women will get ₹15,000 annual assistance if Congress retains power in Chhattisgarh: CM Baghel

Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel said if the Congress retains power in Chhattisgarh, women will be given an annual financial assistance of ₹15,000 in the State

The Hindu

Bhupesh Baghel takes a ‘goonda’ jibe at BJP MLA Brijmohan Agrawal

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel has said that calling someone else a goonda in front of senior BJP leader Brijmohan Agrawal is an insult to the word itself.

The Times of India

Chhattisgarh polls: High stakes for all as Renu Jogi and Prabal Pratap Singh Judeo clash for Kota, while Congress strives for victory

KOTA (CHHATTISGARH): An unpredictable and closely contested triangular electoral battle is unfolding in this assembly constituency where Dr. Renu Jogi, the wife of former Chief Minister Ajit Jogi and a legislator from Janta Congress Chhattisgarh (JCC-J), is making efforts to retain the seat for the fifth time.

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‘Don’t want to be kingmaker’: Janta Congress’s Amit Jogi on poll alliances, taking on Baghel

Janta Congress Chhattisgarh chief and son of former chief minister Ajit Jogi, Amit Jogi will contest against incumbent CM Bhupesh Baghel in Patan constituency, nearly 25 km from capital Raipur.

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Congress approaches Election Commission over ‘misuse’ of ED in Chhattisgarh

Congress approaches ECI to ensure ED's impartiality in Chhattisgarh polls. Delegation led by Singhvi demands disciplinary action against ED officials for misusing powers and violating EC's guidelines. ED accused of being used as political tool by BJP against Opposition leaders.

The Hindu

Enforcement Directorate raids | Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel slams BJP-led Centre

In poll-bound Chhattisgarh, ED launched a raid on the premises of Suresh Dhingani, a fireworks trader, in Bhilai area of Durg district this morning. However, it is not yet known in connection with which case the action is being taken.

The Hindu

Congress wants to complain to EC over free ration scheme extension, let them commit this 'sin': PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 8 said Congress leaders have been saying they will complain to the Election Commission of India (EC) over his promise of extending for five years the free ration scheme for the poor people.

Newslaundry

‘Will win over 75 seats’: Cong Chhattisgarh president on Adivasi CM, Maoism, corruption

Chhattisgarh Congress president Deepak Baij is also an MP from Bastar, and he is now contesting the assembly polls from Chitrakoot constituency.

The Hindu

Terrorists, Maoists emboldened when Congress comes to power: Modi in Chhattisgarh

PM Modi slams Chhattisgarh government for encouraging illegal immigration, snatching tribal lands, failing to control Naxalite violence. He highlights need for better safety, accuses Congress of human trafficking, drug trade, not providing equal opportunities to those educated in native languages. He cites achievements of his government reiterates promise of free…

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Naxalites, terrorists get emboldened whenever Congress comes to power: PM Modi in Chhattisgarh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 7 hit out at the Congress for failing to contain Naxalism in Chhattisgarh and said whenever the party comes to power at the Centre, Naxalites and terrorists get emboldened. Addressing a rally in Surajpur district of Chhattisgarh, Mr. Modi also targeted Chief Minister Bhupesh…

The Hindu

Congress means loot, corruption and dynastic politics, claims Nadda

BJP stands for dev., growth & welfare; Congress for corruption, loot & dynastic politics. PM Modi has made India 5th largest econ. & it will become 3rd largest by 2027-28. BJP's aim is to serve people, while Cong. is only interested in corruption & loot.

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