Jalandhar, Punjab: Former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi has achieved a resounding victory in the Jalandhar Lok Sabha constituency, representing the Indian National Congress (INC). Channi defeated his main competitor, Sushil Kumar Rinku of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with a significant margin of 175,993 votes.
Boost for Congress in Punjab: This victory is a major boost for the Congress party in Punjab. Channi, a prominent figure in the state's political scene, has reinforced the party's influence in the region. His win reflects the electorate's trust in his leadership and the policies of the Congress party.
Election Day Details: The final phase of voting in Jalandhar took place on June 1, 2024. This constituency, one of 13 in Punjab, has traditionally been a stronghold for the Congress. However, the 2024 elections saw a competitive mix of candidates from various parties, including Sushil Rinku (BJP), Pawan Tinu (Aam Aadmi Party - AAP), and Mohinder Singh Kaypee (Shiromani Akali Dal - SAD).
About Jalandhar: Located 148 km northwest of Chandigarh and 381 km from Delhi, Jalandhar is well-known for its sports goods industry. According to the 2011 census, the city had a population of 868,929. The constituency includes nine assembly segments: Phillaur, Nakodar, Shahkot, Kartarpur, Jalandhar West (Reserved), Jalandhar Central, Jalandhar North, Jalandhar Cantt, and Adampur.
Recent By-Election and Historical Context: In a by-election following the death of Congress MP Santokh Singh Chaudhary during the Bharat Jodo Yatra in January 2023, AAP's Sushil Kumar Rinku defeated Congress's Karamjit Kaur Chaudhary by over 58,000 votes, setting the stage for a competitive 2024 race.
In the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Santokh Singh Chaudhary retained the seat for Congress, defeating SAD's Charanjit Singh Atwal. Chaudhary received 385,712 votes to Atwal's 366,221. In 2014, Chaudhary also won against Akali Dal’s Pawan Kumar Tinu with a margin of 70,981 votes.
Channi's Strong Leadership: Channi's strong connection with the voters and effective leadership were evident in his decisive victory. Winning by such a large margin highlights the public's endorsement and sets a positive tone for the Congress party's future in Punjab. The support from Jalandhar is crucial for the party as it navigates the changing political landscape in the state.
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